Minneapolis Police Reserve
- We help the Minneapolis Police Department by performing many non-law enforcement duties.
- Non-enforcement duties include community events.
- We help in emergencies and natural disasters around the Twin Cities area.
MPD now accepting applications for Police Reserve class
Applications are now being accepted.
Minneapolis Police Reserve Application
Requirements for joining the Minneapolis Police Reserve:
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- You must be a United States citizen.
- We recommend that you live within the 7 county metro area.
- A valid driver’s license is required to drive squad cars.
- You must pass a criminal background check.
Reasons for rejection of a Police Reserve Application
Felony Conviction
- Until ten years have passed since the expiration of any sentence and/or probation and any fines/court costs have been paid.
Gross Misdemeanor Conviction
- Until five years have passed since the expiration of any sentence and/or probation and any fines/court costs have been paid.
Misdemeanor Conviction
- ;Until one year has passed since the expiration of any sentence and/or probation and any fines/court costs have been paid.
Controlled Substance Conviction
Criminal Sexual Misconduct Conviction
Theft Conviction
Candidate is listed as a defendant or suspect in any pending/active criminal cases or has an outstanding warrant and/or is considered to be a fugitive from justice.
Documented patterns of misconduct and/or disregard for legal authority.
Candidate makes false statement(s) and/or attempts to practice deception, fraud or intentionally omits relevant information.
Candidate is listed as a "Respondent" of a current Restraining or Harassment Order for Protection.
Any DWI within the past 5 years
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For more information contact:
Recruiting Officer: 612-913-2545 (call or text)
Email: [email protected]
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Other Reserve Contacts:
Main Office: 612-673-3350
Chief Knutson: 612-673-3351
Reserve Officer in Charge (during events): 612-919-9388
Email: [email protected]
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Last updated Dec 18, 2020