Key West Police Chief Donie Lee Receives re-accreditation

Key West Police Chief Donie Lee Receives re-accreditation

Key West Police Chief Donie Lee accepted reaccreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation this week in Orlando. The commission approved recommendations to renew accreditation made by assessors in March.

“This prestigious recognition was achieved because of the dedication and professionalism that you exhibit on a daily basis,” he wrote in a message to the entire department. “This award validates our commitment to providing professional law enforcement services to our residents and visitors. I am proud of our department and honored to lead such a professional group of men and women.”

Chief Lee gave a particular shout out to Officer Jason Castillo and Lt. Areaka Jewell for their hard work on the entire accreditation process.

In April, a team of state assessors spent three days scrutinizing all aspects of the department to ensure it meets the highest level of best practices standards for the state. Accreditation sets a high level of professionalism in a law enforcement agency. It’s a voluntary process that allows the department to constantly measure itself based upon standards set by its peers across the state. The assessments are conducted every three years, but the process itself is a daily practice in every officer’s career. It allows each to remain familiar with the department’s policies and ensures the most professional department possible.

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