The Memphis International Airport Police Department (MAPD) has a unique mission of providing civil aviation security and customer service in a safe secure environment for the users, tenants and fellow employees of the Memphis International Airport (MEM).
The MAPD is an independent department — not a part of the Memphis Police Department or Shelby County Sherriff’s Office – with jurisdiction over the airport and tenant leased properties (FedEx/UPS) and grounds. The department has more than 50 commissioned law enforcement officers, 12 traffic enforcement officers, and various specialized units with separate divisions for investigations and patrols.
- MAPD Mission Statement
- MAPD Function and Purposes
- Law Enforcement Officer Code of Ethics
- MAPD Complaint Procedures
- Notification of Victim’s/Witness’ Rights
The MAPD has been an accredited member of the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), a national certification program for law enforcement agencies, since 1999. This is a distinction shared by less than 4 percent of the law enforcement agencies nationwide.
The certification means our department must adhere to strict rules and guidelines governing our policies, procedures, practices, and processes. In addition, through participation in CALEA, MAPD undergoes a rigorous audit every four years to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
To ensure that MAPD continues to offer the best quality of service, we are announcing the availability of the CALEA public access portal to allow the submission of comments from the public about MAPD performance and the agency’s quality of service, as well as other information relevant to the accreditation process. The link can be found on CALEA’s corporate website (www.calea.org).
Memphis Airport Police Department (MAPD) Notification of Victim’s/Witness’ Rights
As a victim/witness of crime at the Memphis International Airport, the Memphis Airport Police Department shall provide notice of the following information:
- The victim’s/witness’ rights under the Tennessee Constitution, article I 35, to be free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse throughout the criminal system.
- The availability, if any, of crisis intervention services, emergency and/or medical services.
- The name of the law enforcement agency and telephone number.
- The name and telephone number of public and private victim/witness assistance programs, including the state criminal injuries compensation program and programs that provide counseling, treatment, and other support services; and,
- The procedural steps involved in criminal prosecution.
VICTIM’S/WITNESS RIGHTS
- The right to confer with prosecution.
- The right to be free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse throughout the criminal justice system.
- The right to be present at all proceedings where the defendant has the right to be present.
The right to be heard, when relevant, at all critical stages of the criminal justice process as defined by statute. - The right to be informed of all proceedings and the release, transfer, escape, or recapture of the accused or convicted person.
- The right to a speedy trial or disposition and a prompt conclusion of the case after conviction or sentence.
- The right to restitution from the offender.
- The right to be informed of each of the rights established for victim/witness.
