LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – There are still spaces available for the 20th session of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy scheduled to commence on May 31.

Applications must be received no later than May 16.

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

– Resident or employment in Lake County;
– At least 18 years of age;
– No felony convictions;
– No misdemeanor convictions within three years;
– Able to attend all fourteen sessions.

More information can be located by going to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Web site, www.lakesheriff.com . Click on the link under the In the Spotlight section. 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, please contact the academy director, Lt. Corey Paulich, at 707-262-4234.