Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training
CLEST
Summary
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CLEST establishes minimum selection and training standards for all Arkansas law enforcement officers, and may revoke or suspend officer certification after written notice and a hearing. The 10-member commission is appointed by the Governor with Senate advice and consent; members include two police chiefs, two county sheriffs, one State Police officer, one criminal justice educator, and approximately two public members.
CLEST holds subpoena authority under its administrative rules and can compel production of agency training and separation records. It does not independently investigate use-of-force incidents but may decertify officers found to have committed misconduct.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Executive discretion |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | No |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Law Enforcement Officer Training and Standards Act
- Citation
- Ark. Code Ann. §§12-9-101 to 12-9-603
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All sworn law enforcement officers and agencies in Arkansas