How long is the police academy in Delaware?
approximately 22 weeks
Training Academy Recruits reside full-time (with weekends off) at the training facility for approximately 22 weeks of intensive and comprehensive police training.
What handgun does Delaware State Police use?
SIG SAUER P320 Pistols
Delaware State Police Adopts SIG SAUER P320 Pistols with Factory Installed Romeo1PRO Red Dot Optic.
How much money does a Delaware state trooper make a year?
State Trooper
| Date Opened | 3/2/2018 4:00:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 2/22/2019 4:00:00 PM |
| Section | Human Resources |
| Salary | $52,108/year (During Training); $63,071/year (Following FTO) |
How many state troopers are there in Delaware?
706
| Delaware State Police | |
|---|---|
| Troopers | 706 (as of 2014) |
| Civilians | 242 (as of 2014) |
| Agency executive | Colonel Melissa A. Zebley, Superintendent |
| Facilities |
Is Police Academy harder than basic training?
A police academy will typically be less challenging physically and more challenging academically than basic training. There will be a lot of classroom work and exams every week, or more frequently.
How many helicopters does Delaware State Police have?
The aircraft currently utilized include 4 helicopters and 1 fixed wing aircraft, a Cessna 182 (1980).
What are the ranks in the Delaware State Police?
Rank structure
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Colonel | Superintendent of the Delaware State Police. |
| Lieutenant colonel | Second in Command of the Delaware State Police. |
| Major | Member of the Executive Staff in charge of a specific duty. |
| Captain | Troop Commander of a Patrol Troop, or Commander of a specialized unit. |