The Chino Valley Police Department is proud to announce that Chief Joshua McIntire and members of command staff attended the Arizona Law Enforcement Program (ALEAP) Commission meeting on January 28, 2026. The department was formally awarded its initial 4-year law enforcement accreditation.
ALEAP is a voluntary accreditation program dedicated to promoting professionalism, accountability, and excellence in law enforcement agencies throughout the State of Arizona. The program requires participating agencies to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of their policies, procedures, operation and training practices against 174 established standards, based on the best industry practices for modern policing.
Chief Joshua McIntire said “ALEAP accreditation is more than simply checking off boxes. It’s a commitment to following best practices, strengthening accountability, and ensuring we are operating at the highest level of professionalism for the safety and trust of our community and its members.”
The accreditation process involved a rigorous self-assessment and extensive documentation review, followed by an on-site visit from independent assessors to verify compliance with each standard. Meeting these standards demonstrates that Chino Valley Police Department operates with best practice policies and procedures, ensuring effective, efficient, and equitable law enforcement services.
The initial 4-year accreditation period sets a solid foundation for ongoing advancement and positions Chino Valley Police Department among a prestigious group of Arizona law enforcement agencies that have demonstrated a sustained commitment to quality and best practices in policing.
For more information about the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, please visit https://www.azchiefsofpolice.org/aleap-accreditation-program.
