Responsibilties

Do Reserve Officers have to fulfill court appearances?
Yes. As a sworn police officer in the District of Columbia, you are required to comply with all mandatory court appearances (i.e., papering, preliminary hear...
Wed, 24 Jan, 2018 at 2:02 PM
Are Reserve Officers actual sworn members of MPD?
Yes. Reserve Corps officers are fully trained and sworn police officers in the District of Columbia.
Wed, 24 Jan, 2018 at 2:07 PM
What kind of culture does the Reserve Corps cultivate?
The Reserve Corps maintains a positive culture dedicated to volunteer service. Members contribute considerable portions of their time to help strengthen the ...
Wed, 24 Jan, 2018 at 2:11 PM
How often do I have to serve if I join the Reserve Corps?
The Reserve Corps is a volunteer organization. Upon completion of the intensive training and field training programs, armed members are expected to voluntee...
Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 at 10:49 PM
Do I have to testify if I make an arrest? I have a full-time job that would make it difficult to appear during the day.
Yes.  As a sworn police officer in the District of Columbia, you are required to comply with all mandatory court appearances (i.e., papering, preliminary he...
Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 at 10:49 PM
What are the hours associated with the Reserve Corps?
The Reserve Corps is a volunteer organization. Upon completion of the intensive training and field training programs, armed members are expected to voluntee...
Wed, 24 Jan, 2018 at 2:30 PM
Do I get to choose where I can patrol as a Reserve member?
Each Reserve Corps member can request their top three police district preferences at the time of graduation.  Although consideration is given to each member...
Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 at 10:51 PM