MPD Achieves WILEAG Re-accreditation, Demonstrating Continued Commitment to Excellence
MILWAUKEE, WI— In May 2026, an assessment team from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG) conducted a comprehensive review of the Milwaukee Police Department’s (MPD) policies and procedures, management practices, operations, and support services as part of the department’s re-accreditation process.
WILEAG is a voluntary program designed to promote the highest standards of professionalism and accountability among law enforcement agencies, enhancing their ability to serve their communities effectively. To achieve re-accreditation, MPD was required to demonstrate compliance with more than 262 rigorous standards covering all facets of law enforcement administration and operations.
On September 18, 2026, the WILEAG Governing Board unanimously voted to re-accredit MPD for a three-year period. To maintain its accredited status, the Department must submit annual reports demonstrating continued compliance with the professional standards under which it was accredited.
The Milwaukee Police Department is honored to have earned this distinction and is proud to be among just 45 law enforcement agencies in Wisconsin that have achieved full accreditation. This accomplishment reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to professional excellence, accountability, and service to the community.
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