Junior Cadet members are expected to attend all regularly scheduled meetings, twice a month, with some exceptions. Members receive basic instruction in all phases of law enforcement including criminal law, traffic law, criminal investigations, crime prevention, traffic control and direction, crash investigation, juvenile delinquency, and other related fields that are integral parts of the modern law enforcement agency. The members are exposed to other civilian jobs within the Sheriff’s Office as well. 

Requirements:

• Be at least 13.5 years of age and have entered the 9th grade
• Have at the time of entry, and continually maintain, a minimum grade average of “C” in school.
• Be a responsible citizen with a good reputation and maintain a good moral character.
• Be of sound health and be free of any physical defect that would cause injury to themselves or jeopardize others participating in the program.
• Have full approval of parent(s) or guardian(s) and assurance of their support and cooperation.
• The Harford County Sheriff’s Office will pay dues and renewal membership fees; (these fees go to the chartering agency, Public Safety Cadets).

Junior Cadets are required to participate in numerous details performed by the Unit. These details may consist of traffic direction, assisting in public events, fundraising, recruiting, and other special assignments. Participation is also encouraged for special Unit functions that may include field trips, multi-Unit regional training seminars, and the Ride-Along program. Junior Cadets are expected to follow the rules and regulations in the Unit manual. Uniforms are provided and opportunities for promotion within the Unit are offered.

Download forms

• Application
• Media Waiver
• General Waiver
• Emergency Notification

Please email your completed applications to mitchellk@harfordsheriff.org