JuniorLaw

NEBRASKA LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER, GRAND ISLAND Visit the NLETC website
Young Women's Session June 9-13, 2008		Young Men's Session June 16-20, 2008
Each year, high school juniors from each of the American Legion's 15 Districts are chosen to participate in the Junior Law Cadet Program. Participants will stay at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center in Grand Island where they will explore and experience the various aspects of law enforcement and receive training from representatives of city, county, state and federal law enforcement officers. Cadets participate in daily calisthenics, firearms training and self defense tactics, as well as learn the latest in law enforcement technology including fingerprinting, K-9 handling, and accident and criminal investigation. If you are considering a career in law enforcement, the Junior Law Cadet Program is for you! It will offer you an opportunity to gain valuable experience to help you attain your goals.
HOW TO BECOME A JUNIOR LAW CADET
Applications are available here, through your local school or your local American Legion Post Commander. You may also contact the American Legion Communications Director at (402) 464-6338 or email comdirlegion@alltel.net.	Junior Law Cadet participants will be selected by competitive evaluation based on interest, citizenship, evidence of self-discipline, and the ability to share their knowledge with others. Completed applications and an endorsement from your school principal or superintendent must be submitted to your local American Legion Post Commander before March 1st.		Your local American Legion Post will select the best male and female applicant from each school and forward their selections to Department Headquarters for review. All eligible applicants will be notified by mail of the location, date, and time of their District selection interview.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A JUNIOR LAW CADET
High School Junior in good health and able to participate in physical activities. Must possess a positive attitude and display respect for law enforcement. Good grooming, average or above scholastic record, and be able to share the knowledge gained through the program with others. Must possess a valid Nebraska Driver's License or Learner's Permit.
COSTS	OTHER ACTIVITIES & AREAS OF LEARNING
The sponsoring American Legion Post or District provides the cost of training per student, which covers food, T-shirts, caps, classroom materials and administrative expenses. The Nebraska State Patrol provides training, counselors, facilities and equipment as a public service.	Fingerprinting Accident Investigation Lie Detector Crime Van and Investigation Drive a State Patrol car. Learn to fire a service weapon under expert guidance. Learn self-defense, pressure point control tactics and assault prevention measures. Interact with law enforcement officers and other young adults while learning the different roles agencies play in the criminal justice system, both here in Nebraska and across the US. Study drug enforcement, proper methods of patrolling, K-9 handling, gangs and many issues facing law enforcement today. Have fun while working as a team, carrying out responsibilities and achieving individual goals.