GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is preparing for an important step in its pursuit of professional law enforcement accreditation and is inviting community members to provide feedback ahead of an upcoming assessment.
The department will undergo an on-site assessment on Thursday, November 19, 2026, as part of the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) program.
The assessment is designed to determine whether the Goldsboro Police Department meets established professional standards for law enforcement agencies across the state.
The accreditation process includes a comprehensive review of several key areas of department operations, including policies and procedures, administration, support services, officer training, facilities management, safety practices, and record-keeping.
These standards are intended to promote professionalism, accountability, and high-quality public safety services within law enforcement agencies.
Community Feedback Encouraged
As part of the accreditation process, the Goldsboro Police Department is encouraging both department employees and community members to share their comments regarding the agency’s compliance with NCLEA standards.
All comments must be submitted by Wednesday, November 18, 2026, one day before the scheduled assessment.
Feedback may be submitted by email to NCaccred@ncdoj.gov. Those submitting comments electronically should include “Goldsboro Police Department” in the email subject line.
Written comments may also be mailed to:
North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) ATT: NCLEA Program Manager PO Drawer 149 Raleigh, NC 27602
All submitted feedback will be reviewed by the NCLEA Assessment Team as part of the evaluation process.
Residents interested in learning more about the accreditation requirements can review the standards through the North Carolina Department of Justice website at NCLEA Standards.
The Goldsboro Police Department expressed appreciation for the community’s participation and support as the agency works toward achieving state accreditation.
The upcoming assessment represents an opportunity for the department to demonstrate its commitment to professional law enforcement practices, accountability, and service to the Goldsboro community.
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