Police Exploring Program

Upcoming Session Begins September 28, 2022


Letter to students from Lt. Fullmer

About the Program

The Dubuque Police Department Exploring Program is a co-ed program open to students between the ages of 14 – 20 who have completed the eighth grade.  The program provides participants with information about careers in law enforcement, answers questions they may have regarding the profession, and gives participants hands-on experience in various law enforcement practices. Typically starting in late September, the group meets once a month from 6 - 8:15 p.m. at the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center. Cost is $60 per Explorer for ten sessions. Explorers also have the option of purchasing a Police Explorer uniform shirt.

During the first meeting, participants get familiarized with the Exploring Program and additional information is provided. There is an overview of the facilities and participants acquaint themselves with the different law enforcement divisions within the police department. Parents/guardians are invited to attend the first session.

During the remainder of sessions, students are given hands-on experience in crime scene investigation, patrol techniques, fingerprinting/DNA evidence collection, K-9 handling, firearms handling and safety, traffic stops, and much more.

Qualifying students interested in participating may direct questions to Melissa Neuhaus with the Dubuque Boy Scouts of America office at (563) 556-4343 or via email. A background check (conducted by the Dubuque Police) is required before participation is confirmed.

Upcoming Sessions

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