Lubbock Law Enforcement Citizen’s Academy

The Department of Public Safety, the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Department, the Lubbock Police Department, and the Lubbock County District Attorney’s Office have teamed up to offer a Law Enforcement Citizens Academy. This is a program designed to acquaint individuals who are not sworn police officers with the activities of local Law Enforcement. This is a 10-week program that has classes held weekly on Tuesday evenings. Each week takes a look at a different aspect of law enforcement with officers that are currently working the jobs locally. Students may also go on ride-alongs with each agency if they choose.

Programs include topics like:

  • Department Organization and Jurisdictions
  • Overview of the Legal System – Criminal/Constitutional Law
  • Patrol Procedures
  • Use of Force Explanations
  • Firearms Training
  • Special Unit Demonstrations (SWAT/K-9/Bomb/Drone)
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Traffic/DWI Enforcement
  • Tours of different facilities (Crime Lab/Jail/Court/Training Academies)
  • Forensics
  • Local Gangs

Seats in this class are limited (25) and a background check is required to participate. Applications for this Fall 2026 class have been collected – we look forward to seeing you soon!

National Night Out

National Night Out is October 6th, 2026! This is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. It provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. We partner with the Wolfforth Police department each year to celebrate the 1st Tuesday in October.  Come join us for this free event

  • Where: Patterson Park U.S. 82 Frontage Rd, Wolfforth, TX 79382
  • When: Tuesday October 6th from 6p.m. to 8p.m.
A large white Lubbock County Sheriff mobile command vehicle parked on a grassy field, with its side door open and a table displaying sheriff materials and a Connect Four game set up in front.
A black armored SWAT vehicle with large off-road tires and flashing red and blue lights parked on a grassy field, featuring a satellite dish on top and stadium lights in the background under a cloudy sky
“A large crowd of families and children gathered outdoors near a covered pavilion and tents, with people holding bags and strollers, police vehicles parked nearby, and a cloudy evening sky overhead.

Annual Employee Awards

The Lubbock County Sheriff’s Employee Association will hold it’s annual employee awards on September 14th. This is a closed event that celebrates our employee’s efforts over the past year. Please contact the Sheriff’ Office if you are interesting in learning more about this event.

Lubbock Regional Public Safety Memorial Fundraising

The Lubbock Regional Public Safety Memorial preserves the memory of the Public Responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to honor those who continue to serve and protect the citizens of their communities. It honors EMS, Fire, and Peace Officers who have given their life in the line of duty. The LCSO helps raise funds for the upkeep of this memorial by selling challenge coins for $10 each. Please contact the Public Information Officer if you are interested in purchasing one at 806-775-1496

Two sides of a Commemorative coin placed side by side on a dark background. The front of the coin reads “Lubbock Regional Public Safety Memorial” and features a shield with symbols representing police, fire, and EMS over the outline of Texas. The back of the coin reads “First Responders • Never Forget • Est. 2013” and shows a memorial sculpture of two standing figures and one kneeling figure beside a water feature and greenery.