CRLEAA is a not-for-profit organization formed in the 1980s, as a network of law enforcement professionals supporting accreditation efforts through effective communication, mutual cooperation and shared resources. Currently, there are 50 member agencies in CRLEAA from Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and Washington, DC law enforcement agencies.
CRLEAA provides current, relative information with regard to international accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. training in standard compliance; and accessibility to applicable policies and best proven practices pertinent to law enforcement activities.
McKay will focus on increasing training opportunities to the region and supporting fellow agencies in their quest for professional accreditation. With over 25 years of law enforcement experience, she will proudly represent St. Mary’s County and Southern Maryland in a regional association that is one of the largest and most effective in the nation.
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office received their initial CALEA Accreditation in July 2007. The agency is currently in a self-assessment phase managed by McKay; in an effort to ensure the Sheriff’s Office policy and procedures reflect international best practices and maintain their professional standing. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is scheduled for re-assessment in April 2010 at which time their efforts will be put to the test as they pursue continued award for CALEA Accreditation and maintain their International standings.
