The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announced on April 16 the graduation of Deputies Cortney Fox and Chastin Stephens from the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy.
This development is significant as it highlights the department’s commitment to professional public safety services and community welfare. The office supports these efforts through progressive initiatives and ongoing training, according to the official website.
The Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy is known for its demanding curriculum that prepares new officers in areas such as criminal law, defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, emergency vehicle operations, ethics, and community-oriented policing. The program aims to ensure that only dedicated individuals complete its rigorous requirements.
Sheriff Lafayette Woods said, “We are extremely proud of Deputies Fox and Stephens for achieving this important milestone. The Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy is a rigorous program that demands discipline, focus, and perseverance. Their success speaks volumes about their character and their commitment to public service. We are confident they will serve our community with professionalism, integrity, and dedication.”
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office operates nine divisions and two detention centers while providing services throughout Jefferson County in Arkansas—the state’s tenth largest county by landmass—according to the official website. Woods has served as sheriff since 2019.
Since its establishment alongside Jefferson County itself, the office has managed various divisions and facilities aimed at supporting community needs through responsible safety measures. It continues to focus on ethical law enforcement practices while fostering accountable community initiatives in the region it serves.
As Deputies Fox and Stephens begin their assignments in Jefferson County following graduation from ALETA, the department expressed confidence they will have a positive impact on local public safety.