Norco Citizens Patrol

Citizen Patrol is a team of highly trained volunteers who enhance vital crime prevention services and community awareness through proactive law enforcement principles.

Citizen Patrol members do not take enforcement action, carry weapons or make arrests.  All suspicious activity is reported to the Sheriff's Department by the patrol vehicle radio and dispatch center.

The Citizen Patrol volunteer will attend a training academy and receive the following training:

Training

• Orientation and Organization
• Crime Prevention
• CPR and First Aid
• Introduction to Law
• Driver Awareness
• Patrol Procedures
• Traffic Control

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Good moral character
• Good driving record
• No felony convictions
• Current US Citizen

Requirements

• Wear approved uniform
• Attend monthly Citizen Patrol Meetings
• Two patrol members per vehicle
• Volunteer 16 hours per month
• Appear professional at all times
• Pass Citizen patrol Academy
• No form of weapon is to be carried on duty
• Pass background check
• Proof of medical and vehicle insurance
• Proof of valid California Drivers License

Why Become a Citizen Volunteer?

• To contribute to the positive communications between your community and law enforcement.

• To assist in controlling, reducing, and preventing crime in Norco.

• To meet new people in varied settings.

• To gain valuable work experience.

• To offer your area of professional expertise.