Rowlett, TX · Dallas County
Citizen Police Academy Application
This application is for people seeking to attend the Rowlett Police Department’s Citizen Police Academy and includes applicant information, references, a release, and a sworn statement.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Applicants provide contact and employment details, list three references, and explain why they want to attend the Citizen Police Academy. The form also includes a liability release, a photo and video consent statement, and questions about arrests and background checks. The application asks the applicant to sign a sworn statement before a notary, so complete that section when submitting an application that requires notarization.
Who needs it
People applying to attend the Rowlett Police Department’s Citizen Police Academy need this form to provide personal information, references, and the requested sworn statement.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a “Sworn and Subscribed” jurat; the applicant signs the application and swears or affirms its contents before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Citizen Police Academy application from the City of Rowlett.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Complete the applicant details, references, interest statement, and other requested sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear or affirm the statement during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application to the City of Rowlett as directed by the department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Rowlett. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then book an online session with a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear or affirm the statement during the video session, following the notary’s instructions. The form includes a “Sworn and Subscribed” block for the notary.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- The form includes a “Have this application notarized” instruction and a “Sworn and Subscribed” block. The applicant signs before the notary, who completes the notarial block. If you are unsure whether notarization is required for your application, confirm with the city.
- Can I use an online notary for this sworn statement?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. A commissioned online notary can notarize the sworn statement through a video session; the applicant must swear or affirm the statement before the notary.
- What information does the application ask me to provide?
- The form requests contact and employment details, three references, and a description of why you want to attend the Citizen Police Academy. It also asks about arrests and authorizes the police department to examine your background and references.