LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT HISTORICAL WEB SITE
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LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT HISTORICAL WEB SITE
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LPD 1918 After 26 years with the Detroit Police Dept. Lt. Alfred Seymour wasn’t anxious to begin another career but did agree to sign a two-year contract with the city of Lansing. Chief Seymour’s LPD career spanned from 1918 to 1938.
Chief Alfred Seymour 1918-1938 Chief Seymour immediately required LPD officers to memorize the city ordinance manual, the LPD rulebook, and the regulations manual. Officers submitted a written report of their daily activities to the shift sergeant. Previously, only oral reports had been given. By 1921, the Chief and the Board had changed the qualifications for Lansing policemen to include: “Must be able to read and write English; be a resident of Lansing for one year and a resident of Michigan for two years; must never have been convicted of any crime; must be between the ages of 21-40 years and at least 5’9” tall weighing not less than 165 pounds. Must be of good health, a sound mind, possess steady habits and be of good moral character.” One of the personnel rules read, “Officers not paying their just debts will be dismissed.” |
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