Law Enforcement Exploring is a special interest program chartered by the Boy Scouts of America. The program gives students a working knowledge of how law enforcement functions within the community.

The application period for our Folsom Police Explorers for the 2022/2023 school year has now closed. Applications periods will reopen if space is available or for next school year.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years of age (graduated from middle school or junior high) and under the age of 21.
• Must be in good overall health and able to perform duties as required.
• Must live within the city limits of Folsom or be a child/dependent of a City of Folsom Police Department employee.
• Must maintain a “C” average in all schoolwork and 2.5 GPA (no “Ds” or “Fs”). A transcript will be required before you are hired as an Explorer and proof of grades must be provided to the Explorer Coordinator quarterly.
• Must complete application, pass an oral interview, be free from drug/alcohol use, and no criminal arrests.
• Successfully pass a background check that will include:
  • Criminal history check
  • DMV history check
  • Contact with references
  • Recommendation letters from family members and teachers.
• Pass 6-month probationary period. 
• Demonstrate a willingness to serve and participate in Explorer activities.

Training Provided

• Traffic control
• Radio procedures
• Accident investigation
• First Aid
• Traffic law
• Criminal law
• Crime prevention
• Criminal investigation
• General Police Procedures

Requirements

• Minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month.
• Must conform with Folsom Police Department and Police Explorer rules and regulations.
• Required to attend two meetings per month and participate in Department's teams for Rodeo and Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat.

Explorer Duties

• Work in specialized areas such as communications, detectives, and crime scene investigation upon completion of training.
• Participate in skills competitions with other Folsom Police Explorers.
• Traffic control at city events such as parades, DUI checkpoints, and other city events.

Additional Information

For more information, contact program advisor Corporal Wesley Davis.