CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Clarksville Police Department has been an accredited agency through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) since 2010. The CALEA accreditation process is rigorous and designed to strengthen accountability, both within the agency and the community, by meeting high standards that clearly define police authority, performance, and responsibilities. CPD goes through a re-accreditation process every four years, ensuring compliance with specific rules and guidelines.