Hinds County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2026 Citizens Academy

The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office has announced the dates for its 2026 Citizens Academy, running from April 6 to April 13. The program will be held at the Mississippi Natural Science Museum, located at 2148 Riverside Drive in Jackson.

Participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at how the sheriff’s department operates. The academy includes interactions with department leadership, elected officials, and other criminal justice professionals.

Training sessions will take place in the evenings after work hours. The sheriff’s office has posted an application link, and qualifications are listed on the attached flyer. Officials encourage interested residents to sign up for this opportunity to learn more about the criminal justice system.

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