NJCPO NEWS 2026

May 2026...  NJCPO has partnered with several local LE agencies to start the Northern Circuit Public Safety Training Group.  The group offers specialized courses & helps coordinate training resources with the 19+ LE agencies in the circuit.  Our motto: Duty, Honor & Community!

April 2026...  Last year, NJCPO launched its SFT.  The team is comprised of volunteer officers who meet certain standards and must attend ongoing  tactical training.  The SFT serves warrants and assists other agencies in various enforcement activities.

April 2026...  A huge thank you goes to LPD and Chief Edmisten for their donation of two vehicles to NJCPO.   We're truly grateful for the wonderful partnership we share with the City of Lavonia!

March 2026...  A big congratulations goes to Ofc. Tucker, middle, for graduating from the rigorous 9-week Basic Probation Officer Academy.  Great job Jess!

March 2026...  NJCPO just held its annual firearm qualifications.  As always, the department uses courses of fire that exceed state requirements!  The Top Gun award will be announced at the next crew meeting.

March 2026...   NJCPO officers attended an intensive, two-day active shooter course put on by FCSO.  This great training incorporated multiple LE agencies as well as Fire and EMS personnel.  Even local students got to be involved as role players! 

February 2026...   NJCPO just wrapped up its first Warrant Work Week of 2026.  And it was a huge success.  Officers made calls, sent letters, worked with local LE agencies and conducted field visits.  In all, 28 warrants were served and/or resolved!

February 2026...   NJCPO partnered with FSPD, LPD and HCSO to host the annual Governor's Initiative Training.  At final count, instructors from these four agencies taught 70 officers representing 14 different LE agencies!

February 2026...  NJCPO officers assisted GA's Department of Community Supervision with a probation enforcement sweep this week.  Guns and drugs were seized and an arrest made, all aimed at keeping our communities safe!  NJCPO is very thankful for the strong partnership with DCS.

February 2026...  NJCPO continues its commitment to participate in the Northern Circuit CEO Meetings.  These important meetings, held every-other month, allow area Sheriffs and Chiefs to gather together for better coordination and sharing of information.

January 2026...  NJCPO officers assisted the Lavonia Police Department with a Safety Check Point last week.  Just helping keep the roads safe in our communities!  NJCPO is very thankful for the great relationship we share with LPD.

January 2026...  A few stats from 2025 as we start the new year:

- 18 Courts served

- 1,400 Active adults under supervision

- 19 Field enforcement activities

- 21 Community events

- 1,298 Total training hours attended by staff

- $26.7k In restitution collected for victims

- $2+ Million in total collections

- 1,010 www.njcpo.com visitors per month

December 2025... All of us at NJCPO wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

November 2025...   A big congratulations goes to Ofc. Clay for graduating from the 9-week Basic Probation Officer Academy.  Ofc. Clay graduated as the class President and was awarded the class Leadership Award.  Way to represent NJCPO!

November 2025...  Tip from our Hart Co office, don't bring your marijuana in with you when you report to your PO.  We search, we find and you go to jail!

October 2025...  NJCPO officers assisted the FCSO with a jeep show.  It was a great time with the community of Franklin County and some good looking jeeps!

October 2025...  NJCPO participated in a Career Day at Comer Elementary School.  Officers got to interact with the students by answering questions and explaining the important role of probation in our communities.

September 2025...  NJCPO officers arrested a probationer last week for failing a drug test and having drugs in his vehicle.  Was it worth it?  He may be spending the next 15 days in jail!

 September 2025...  NJCPO is excited to announce the launch of a new Internship Program.  Are you in college and interested in a criminal justice career?  Email us for details!

 August 2025...  NJCPO and FSPD strengthened their great partnership by opening a firearms training range.  The facility boasts 6 pistol lanes and a 50 yard rifle shooting platform.  A big thank you to Chief Thompson and Emmanuel University!

 August 2025...  NJCPO officers attended an intensive Active Shooter Response class last week.  This important training involved "live fire" scenarios with role players.  Seven LE agencies attended.

 July 2025...  NJCPO just participated in a Law Enforcement meet and greet hosted by FSPD, Chief Thompson.  It was a great evening of fellowship and food with the community of Franklin Springs!

 July 2025...  Ok gentlemen, a friendly reminder.  A pocket knife is one thing, but please leave your sheathed knives in your car when entering one of our offices.  Thank you!

 July 2025...  A very nice shoutout from one of our great partners, FSPD.  

Thank you Chief Thompson!

 June 2025...  The end of last month, NJCPO conducted another warrant work week.  Officers made calls, sent letters, worked with local LE agencies and made field visits.  In all, 19 warrants were served and/or resolved.  A big success!

 May 2025...  This month, NJCPO officers were certified to carry Tasers.  This gives our officers another important force option to better protect themselves and our citizens.  A special thank you goes to  LPD, HCSO and FSPD for making this possible!

 May 2025...  NJCPO officers attended a terrorism training forum hosted by ex CIA analysis Sarah Adams and the real "Boon" from 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi.

 May 2025...  NJCPO just added another vehicle to its fleet.  A very special thank you to Chief Edmisten of the LPD and the City of Lavonia!  Check out LPD HERE

 May 2025...  NJCPO held its annual firearm qualifications this month.  Officers had to shoot a passing score with each firearm they carry.  The Top Gun award goes to Ofc. Stewart!

 May 2025...  Oglethorpe NJCPO officers just arrested a probationer for tampering with a drug screen.   We will know!  Tampering = JAIL TIME!

 April 2025...  NJCPO officers assisted FSPD with a car show and "Elvis" concert last weekend.  The officers got to provide security for the King himself!

 April 2025...  NJCPO conducted an Advanced Pistol Tactics class this month.  Officers practiced shooting while moving, engaging multiple targets and shooting from a seated position.

 April 2025...  A big congratulations goes to Ofc. Roberts, left, for graduating from the 9-week Basic Probation Officer Academy.  Great job!

 March 2025...  NJCPO officers assisted Lavonia PD last week with a safety checkpoint and a road race. Strong partnerships benefit our communities! 

 March 2025...  Madison NJCPO officers recently made a fentanyl arrest of a female on probation.  Fentanyl is deadly and for Americans age 18-45, it is the leading cause of death!

 March 2025...  Getting more involved in our communities, NJCPO officers assisted Lavonia PD with a boat show over the weekend.  Great community event!

 March 2025...  NJCPO and Franklin Springs PD continued their partnership by hosting Search & Seizure training.  A special thank you to Inv. Cobb and ADA Patterson of the District Attorney's Office!

 February 2025...  One of NJCPO's goals in 2025 is to get more involved in our communities.  Last week several of our officers assisted Lavonia PD with a safety checkpoint.

 January 2025, Our officers found meth and drug paraphernalia on a probationer recently.  Meth is illegal, harmful and now  frequently mixed with deadly fentanyl.  Don't do it! 

 January 2025...  NJCPO and Franklin Springs PD continued their great partnership by hosting the annual Governor's Initiative Training.  The all-day event was attended by 12 different LE agencies!

 January 2025, Found on a probationer during a search.  For your safety, it's not a good idea to bring your pistol-shaped lighter into a probation office.  We will always err on the side of the public's and officer safety!

 December 2024... NJCPO wishes you and your family a wonderful holiday season.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

 November 2024... NJCPO's all new Standard Operating Guidelines manual went live!  This year-long project was one of the Department's goals for 2024 and every staff member contributed.

 November 2024... Drugs found on a probationer during a recent report-in.  Remember... Marijuana is illegal in the state of Georgia and a violation of probation regardless of where you live!

 October 2024... NJCPO just launched its patrol rifle program.  Officers attended rigorous training then had to qualify with their rifle.  The officers who successfully passed the course are now allowed to carry and deploy their patrol rifle in specific high-risk situations.

 October 2024... NJCPO and Franklin Springs PD recently hosted Emergency Vehicle Operations Training.  The driving simulator placed the students in real life LE emergency situations.  The training was attended by seven different agencies.

 October 2024... One of NJCPO's finest was just promoted to Sergeant and will be the supervisor for our Hart County office.  Congratulations to Sgt. Hughes!

September 2024...  NJCPO and Franklin Springs PD continued their training partnership by hosing another important class.  In this class the students learned tips on bettering their health and financial wellness as well as discussed the sensitive topic of LE suicides.

August 2024...  NJCPO and Franklin Springs PD hosted an Active Shooter training class.  The students reviewed search techniques then practiced "live fire" scenarios.  A thank you to Emmanuel University!

 July 2024... Beware of phone scams!!!  Know that we will NEVER:

- Call you to post a "bond" on a warrant.

- Hold you "hostage" on the phone.

- Tell you to use "crypto type" currency.

If you have any doubts of whom you are talking to, HANG UP and call local LE!

 June 2024... One of NJCPO's finest was recognized in a recent staff meeting for his promotion to Sergeant.  Congratulations to Sgt. Brown, well deserved!

 May 2024... Recently a probationer obstructed three NJCPO officers by resisting arrest.  His attempts failed!  He turned a minor probation violation into significant jail time.  Always comply with an officer's commands.

 April 2024...  A probationer recently tried to get his "whizzinator" past one of our officers...  He got 180 days in jail for his efforts.  Don't tamper with a drug test!

 April 2024...  NJCPO officers trained and qualified with their new issued handguns.  A special thank you to Franklin Co BOC and Section 8 Armament for making the new guns possible! 

 March 2024...  A big congratulations to Ofc. Stewart, middle, for graduating from the 12-week Basic Peace Officer Academy.  Great job sir!

 March 2024...  NJCPO employees took the last load of donated children's clothes and school supplies for this school year.  This is a great ongoing program to allow probationers to convert their Community Service Work to meet local needs. 

January & March 2024...  NJCPO partnered with Franklin Springs PD to host two training events attended by six LE agencies and over 70 officers.

February 2024...  NJCPO recently selected the Shadow Systems MR920 as its' issued handgun.  The new, state of the art handguns are currently being built!

January 2024...  Tip for probationers; Don't try to tamper with a drug test.  We will know and you will go to jail!