SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The
California Highway Patrol (CHP) welcomed more than 100 of California’s newest
members of law enforcement during a graduation ceremony at the CHP Academy in
West Sacramento. Today’s ceremony is
the culmination of more than six months of rigorous training, hard work, and commitment.
“These cadets are California’s
finest,” said Governor Gavin Newsom. “They are truly the best among us —
answering a call of duty to serve our communities with trust and care. On behalf of all Californians, I am proud
to welcome them to the California Highway Patrol.” The graduating class of 112
officers, including 11 women, report for duty on Nov. 13, 2023, to one of the
CHP’s 103 Area offices throughout the state.
“The newly sworn officers
exhibited remarkable dedication and determination throughout their
training. They have proven themselves
ready to take on the responsibilities and challenges of law enforcement,
ensuring the safety and well-being of those who live and visit California,” said
CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “We
are proud to welcome them as part of the CHP family.” At the CHP Academy, cadet
training starts with nobility in policing, leadership, professionalism and
ethics, and cultural diversity. Cadets
also receive instruction on mental illness response and crisis intervention
techniques. Training also includes
vehicle patrol, crash investigation, first aid, and the apprehension of
suspected violators, including those who drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. Cadets also receive training
in traffic control, report writing, recovery of stolen vehicles, assisting
the motoring public, issuing citations, emergency scene management, and
knowledge of various codes, including the California Vehicle Code, Penal Code
and Health and Safety Code. A new class of more than 100
cadets will begin their 26-weeks of training at the CHP Academy that same
day, bringing the total number of cadets in training to nearly 350. In June 2022, the CHP launched a
multi-year recruitment campaign to recruit and hire 1,000 officers. If you are interested in an exciting career
that offers diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. The mission of the California
Highway Patrol is to provide Safety, Service and Security. |
