🚗💨 Tire pressure is an often-overlooked part of road safety—whether you’re driving a cruiser or the family car. DOCJT Instructor Mark Allen shares how to make sure your wheels are road-ready. 🎥 Watch the video below to learn more!

🔍 Things got a little suspicious around campus this week as students in the Kentucky Criminalistics Academy learned advanced techniques in crime scene processing and investigation. To learn more about KCA, visit docjt.ky.gov/criminalistics

💪 Last week, Madison County Citizens’ Police Academy participants got an up-close look at what law enforcement recruits experience during physical training and defensive tactics—along with insight into the legal aspects of policing.

🎓 Twenty-two CSIs from across Kentucky have graduated from the 2025 Kentucky Criminalistics Academy Crime Scene Technician Course, Class 10! Read more: klemagazine.com/blog/2025/10/1…

📸 Missed last week’s Ky Criminalistics Academy graduation? Or just want to relive the big moments? 🎓Family, friends and colleagues can check out these photos or view the full album on DOCJT's Facebook page to celebrate the accomplishments of KCA Class 10 all over again!

A big thank-you to the Richmond Fire Department for coming to the rescue yesterday after a student accidentally lodged a drone in a tree. Your teamwork and quick help kept training on track—and reminded us how great community partnerships can be! 💙🚒

📷 On Oct. 16, thirty-one peace officers from agencies across the commonwealth graduated from the DOCJT's Basic Training Academy. These new officers now return home ready to serve and protect our New Kentucky Home. To read the full release, here: klemagazine.com/.../class-562-…...

🎓 Relive the moments from yesterday’s Law Enforcement Basic Training Class 562 graduation! Check out the photo album and class’s pre-graduation inspection video on DOCJT's Facebook page. 👮‍♂️

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is hiring for one (1) law enforcement training instructor III position within the Firearms Section. Search for requisition number 25-06418 at bit.ly/3Zep6xl . Apply by 10/27/25 at 8 p.m.

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is hiring for one (1) law enforcement training instructor III position within the Law Enforcement Operations Section. Search for requisition number 25-06548 at bit.ly/3Zep6xl . Apply by 11/02/25 at 8 p.m.

🎃👻 Spooky fun! On Oct. 22, DOCJT’s Basic Training classes & staff hosted the annual Trunk or Treat. From creative costumes to candy-filled cruisers, the event brought smiles to kids, families and staff alike. Check out more photos on the DOCJT Facebook page.🍬🚓

🎃 Happy Halloween from the Department of Criminal Justice Training! 👻

· 2 LET Instructor III positions in the Field Section - INDEPENDENCE. Requisition # 25-06618 at bit.ly/3Zep6xl. · 1 LET instructor III position in the Field Section – LOUISVILLE. Requisition # 25-06619 at bit.ly/3Zep6xl. Apply by 11/05/25 at 7 p.m.

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is hiring for one (1) investigator II position within the Office of the State School Security Marshal. Search for requisition number 25-06655 at bit.ly/3Zep6xl . Apply by 11/09/25 at 7 p.m.

On Monday, the Madison County Citizens Police Academy got a hands-on look at how traffic stops are conducted. The Berea Police led the session at DOCJT, giving attendees valuable insight into the procedures, safety measures and communication skills officers use during a stop.

In this episode, host Critley King-Smith explores Project Heart Restart, an initiative working to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in every police cruiser across Ky. Link: docjt.ky.gov/bluegrassbeat/…

We need your help! DOCJT will be testing the LETRS registration system on Nov. 10 from 9:00–9:20 a.m. EST. This test will help ensure smooth registration for 2026 classes. Those with registration access will receive an email with more details. Watch the video below for more info!

Today, the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training proudly salutes all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice and commitment to protecting our freedoms inspire us every day.

📘 Coming soon! The 2026 Department of Criminal Justice Training course schedule book will be available to view on Monday, Nov. 17. Get ready to plan your training year — registration opens Dec. 1!

👮‍♂️ Welcome, Basic Training Class 567! Last week, DOCJT welcomed the newest class of law enforcement recruits to campus. We wish them the very best as they begin their journey to becoming Kentucky peace officers. #KYLawEnforcement #TrainingDay #FutureOfficers #GoodNews