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LETB Amends Defensive Tactics Training Policy

At its February meeting, the Law Enforcement Training Board amended the Uniform Statewide Defensive Tactics Training Policy, effective February 17, 2026 and for use in 2026 defensive tactics training.  The amended program maintains the four (4) hours of annual hands-on training but condenses the required categories to four (4) that must be instructed each year rather than on a two-year cycle.

The required categories are: Strikes; Standing Control Skills; Ground Fighting; and Weapons Defense, Retention, and Use of Impact Weapons.  As time allows, there are seven (7) additional recommended categories that agencies are encouraged to train.  This information has been distributed to defensive tactics instructors and training coordinators.
CLICK HERE to view the amended policy.

LETB Approves Firearms Qualification Policy

At the December 2025 meeting, the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board approved a new firearms qualification policy. The standards will be permitted at academies around the state as of January 1, 2026, and mandatory June 1, 2026. Read about the policy and a message from Executive Director Tim Horty - HERE.

2025 Spring ILEA Legal Update

Click the links below to view:

2025 Spring Legal Update part 1

2025 Spring Legal Update part 2

2025 Spring Legal Update part 3

2025 Spring Legal Update part 4

Download the 2025 Spring Legislative Changes here.

Download the 2025 Case Update here.

A Message From the Executive Director

The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy is in the midst of the largest capital campaign since the building was opened in 1975. Students from around the State of Indiana now experience a facility that reflects the General Assembly’s commitment to professional law enforcement training.

FEATURES INCLUDE:

• 324-bed dormitory with modern bedrooms, bathrooms, lounges, study rooms, coin operated laundry, vending machines, upgraded technology and a chapel.
• Four,  50-student capacity classrooms with smart boards, cameras and recording capability which will enhance the learning environment.
  Burch Village (our scenario training facility) is open for business and helps place students in real-life training situations.
• Defensive tactics room with 4000 sq ft of mat space, workout area and storage.
• Emergency vehicle operations track features 1.5 miles of paved, gravel and chip and seal surfaces for students to learn driving skills.
• Memorial Plaza recognizing Hoosier police officers who have given their life in service to others.

The entire project is scheduled for completion in the Fall of 2026.  An open house is tentatively planned for this  summer.

Our mission statement says in part,  to be Indiana’s center for law enforcement education by preparing personnel for service through continuous and innovative training, guided by clear values and respect.
The new capital project will help us meet that goal.

Kind regards,

Timothy Horty
Executive Director
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Dates for Upcoming Tier I & II Classes:

Tier I Classes:

Tier I Basic Course 2026-239 – May 4, 2026 – August 21, 2026 (Fitness Testing April 27, 2026)

Tier I Basic Course 2026-240 – August 31, 2026 – December 18, 2026 (Fitness Testing NEW FORMAT – August 24, 2026)

Tier II Classes:

Tier II Basic Course 2026-39 – May 4, 2026 - July 9, 2026

Tier II Basic Course 2026-40 – August 31, 2026 – November 5, 2026

VISION:
A forward focused academy dedicated to the development of law enforcement professionals.

MISSION:
As Indiana’s center for law enforcement education, the academy sets and maintains the standard for law enforcement education in the state. We prepare law enforcement personnel for service through continuous and innovative training guided by clear values and respect .

CORE VALUES:
· Professionalism - Perform your job with competence and a commitment to excellence.
· Accountability - Take responsibility for your work and actions by living up to the highest possible standard.
· Inclusion - Continuously recognizing the value of everyone’s contribution to our mission.
· Respect - All are treated with dignity, fairness and a sense of purpose.