During the month of May 2023, the Hillsboro Police Department underwent final certification and recertification review by the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services, Ohio Collaborative Community – Police Advisory Board.

On June 20, 2023, the police department received final agency certification covering vehicular pursuits. The agency also received recertifications in the following areas: use of force, recruitment, community engagement, body worn cameras, telecommunicator training, bias free policing and investigating employee misconduct.

The review process included an in-depth onsite review of the current departmental policies and the department’s adherence to established policies. The Hillsboro Police Department meets and/or exceeds the state of Ohio standards for law enforcement.

Submitted by Eric Daniels, Hillsboro police chief.