LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Community members interested in law enforcement are encouraged to sign up to participate in the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy, which begins next month.

Lt. Corey Paulich, the academy's director, said there are still spaces available for the academy's 18th session, scheduled to commence on May 26.

Paulich said applications must be received no later than May 16.

There is no cost to those attending the academy, however, Paulich said applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

– Be a resident or employed in Lake County;
– At least 18 years of age;
– No felony convictions;
– No misdemeanor convictions within three years;
– Able to attend all 14 sessions.

More information can be located by going to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Web site, www.lakesheriff.com .

Click on the “Summer 2016 Citizens’ Academy” link. There you will find information about the academy, along with application and instructions. Class size is limited to 25 students and is filling up. 

For additional information, contact Lt. Paulich at 707-262-4200.