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Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor Training Program Updates

ILEA acknowledges the considerable number of instructors currently awaiting Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVO) Instructor certification. We remain committed to training as many qualified instructors as possible while maintaining our primary mission of delivering Basic and Recruit Training programs.

Given our responsibility to serve seven state academies that rely on ILEA for training, scheduling additional instructor courses presents ongoing operational challenges. We continue to prioritize these needs and appreciate your patience as we work to accommodate demand.

PIT Instructor Course

The scheduling of Advanced EVO Instructor Courses has been temporarily delayed due to logistical concerns that require resolution on the West Driving Course and Range facilities. We recognize the critical need for agencies to certify instructors in Pursuit Intervention Technique (PIT) training.

To address immediate needs, ILEA conducted two pilot one-day PIT Instructor Courses to evaluate program effectiveness. Based on positive outcomes from these sessions, we are planning to expand PIT Instructor Course offerings throughout 2026.

Advanced EVO Instructor Course

Future Advanced EVO Instructor Courses will be scheduled once:

- Required safety protocols are fully implemented

- Both training tracks can be simultaneously operational

Course dates will be announced upon completion of these prerequisites. We will provide updates as they become available.

For questions regarding EVO instructor training programs, please contact the EVO Staff at Tim Dowdy tdowdy@ilea.in.gov or Linda White liwhite@ilea.in.gov.

2025 Spring ILEA Legal Update

Click the links below to view:

2025 Spring Legal Update part 1

2025 Spring Legal Update part 2

2025 Spring Legal Update part 3

2025 Spring Legal Update part 4

Download the 2025 Spring Legislative Changes here.

Download the 2025 Case Update here.

Statewide Deadly Force Program - ADOPTED by the LETB

As directed by the Indiana Legislature in IC 5-2-1-1 and IC 5-2-9-1, the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board recently passed a statewide policy on deadly force. The policy is intended to establish uniform standards across the State of Indiana to ensure the public safety and general welfare of Hoosiers and to promote equity for all segments of society. Attached please find the policy and a lesson plan with accompanying PowerPoint presentation to assist in training officers under your command.

Links: LETB Statewide Use of Deadly Force Policy /  Use of Deadly Force Lesson Plan /  Use of Deadly Force Training PowerPoint

This policy may not be added to, modified, or altered in any way by any Indiana law enforcement agency, office, or department.  You are encouraged to share the documents with your executive staff, training officers and officers/deputies/deputy marshals.  The policy goes into effect July 1, 2024.

If you have questions regarding the PowerPoint or lesson plan, please feel free to contact General Counsel Raquel Ramirez at rramirez@ilea.in.gov or Director Timothy Horty thorty@ilea.in.gov.

Further, the LETB adopted a Uniform Statewide Defensive Tactics Training Policy and statewide training program for basic training and annual in-service training for Indiana law enforcement officers. This information has been distributed statewide to defensive tactics instructors and training coordinators.

Click this link for the Defensive Tactics Training Program Active Participation Waiver and other DT Training Program FAQ’s.

A Message From the Executive Director

The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy is in the midst of the largest capital campaign since the building was opened in 1975.
The new facility will replace the aging dormitory and will add classrooms, renovate office space, add a new defensive tactics room, emergency vehicle operations track and a scenario village.
Completion dates vary but by March 2026, the entire project should be completed.
Our mission statement says in part, we hope to be Indiana’s center for law enforcement education by preparing personnel for service through continuous and innovative training, guided by clear values and respect.
The new capital project will help us meet that goal.

Kind regards,

Timothy Horty
Executive Director
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Dates for Upcoming Tier I & II Classes:

Tier I Classes:

Tier I Basic Course 2025-237 – September 2, 2025 - December 17, 2025

Tier I Basic Course 2026-238 – January 5, 2026 – April 24, 2026 (Fitness Testing December 22, 2025)

Tier I Basic Course 2026-239 – May 4, 2026 – August 21, 2026 (Fitness Testing April 27, 2026)

Tier I Basic Course 2026-240 – August 31, 2026 – December 18, 2026 (Fitness Testing NEW FORMAT – August 24, 2026)

Tier II Classes:

Tier II Basic Course 2026-38 – January 5, 2026 – March 12, 2026

Tier II Basic Course 2026-39 – May 4, 2026 - July 9, 2026

Tier II Basic Course 2026-40 – August 31, 2026 – November 5, 2026

VISION:
A forward focused academy dedicated to the development of law enforcement professionals.

MISSION:
As Indiana’s center for law enforcement education, the academy sets and maintains the standard for law enforcement education in the state. We prepare law enforcement personnel for service through continuous and innovative training guided by clear values and respect .

CORE VALUES:
· Professionalism - Perform your job with competence and a commitment to excellence.
· Accountability - Take responsibility for your work and actions by living up to the highest possible standard.
· Inclusion - Continuously recognizing the value of everyone’s contribution to our mission.
· Respect - All are treated with dignity, fairness and a sense of purpose.