Department Programs
Accreditation Program
The Oklahoma Law Enforcement Accreditation Program provides Oklahoma Law Enforcement Agencies with an avenue to demonstrate that they meet commonly accepted standards and best practices for efficient and effective operations.
Law Enforcement executives who seek accreditation under this Program have had their written policies, procedures, and operation evaluated to ensure they meet all statutory requirements and national best practices.
This Program is endorsed by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET), the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group (OMAG), the Oklahoma Municipal League (OML) and the City Management Association of Oklahoma (CMAO).
In June of 2026, the Weatherford Police Department was awarded the Small Agency Accreditation. Our policies, procedures, and a full operational evaluation was conducted on the department. We met and/or exceeded all statutory requirements for a police department, as well as observed standards and best practices for an agency our size.
Of the 599 Oklahoma law enforcement agencies, only 11 have reached the status of Smaller Agency Accreditation. The Weatherford Police Department is a member of a rather elite group.
Blue Envelope Program
The Blue Envelope Program is a localized communication support tool used during law enforcement interactions to help individuals who may have communication, sensory, or cognitive challenges.
The envelope typically contains the driver’s documents (driver’s license, insurance, etc.), a brief explanation that the individual may need additional time or accommodations, and guidance for officers on how to reduce stress and improve communication during the encounter.
The program is set to help the following individuals:
- People who are deaf or hard of hearing
- People who have difficulty speaking clearly
- People who are learning English
- People with autism, ADHD, or other neurodevelopmental conditions
- People who experience anxiety, PTSD or other mental health conditions
- People who have dementia, cognitive or neurological impairments
- People who experience involuntary movements, such as those associated with Tourette Syndrome
- People who have medical-related speech difficulties
- People who are blind or have low vision
The goal of the Blue Envelope Program is to reduce misunderstandings, anxiety, and safety risks for both the individual and responding officers.
The envelopes can be picked up at the Weatherford Police Department, Weatherford City Hall, Weatherford Chamber of Commerce, Pioneer Senior Center, Southwestern Oklahoma State University Campus Police Department, and the Great Plains YMCA Weatherford.
Medication Lock Boxes and Disposal Kits
The Weatherford Police Department has partnered with the Southwest Oklahoma Development Authority to provide Weatherford residents with a free medication lock box. This lock box is designed to securely store medications and help prevent access by young children. The Remedy Guard includes two keys, two medication disposal kits, and an informational brochure with helpful contact numbers and available support services.
Gun Locks
The Weatherford Police Department provides one free gun lock per household to residents of Weatherford. If you are unsure how to use the gun lock, an officer is available to demonstrate proper installation and safe storage.
For safety reasons, please leave your firearm secured in your vehicle, and an officer will come to you to assist.
