Henrico Times

County Of Henrico Police Department  issued the following announcement on Aug. 27

Officer Bolinger recently passed the ACTAR test. What in the world is ACTAR?... Great question. Officer Bolinger is a member of our Crash Team. It’s a small group officers that respond and investigate the most serious traffic crashes, many of them involve fatalities. ACTAR is the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction and the exam itself is 8 hours long.

What does the exam really mean? Also, a good question. The examination as explained by actar.org:

“The recognition of ACTAR accreditation in both the accident reconstruction industry and legal community encourages the integrity, consistency and professionalism of those involved in traffic accident investigation and reconstruction. ACTAR accreditation promotes the professional and intellectual development of those individuals, organizations and institutions involved in traffic accident investigation and reconstruction. ACTAR accreditation also assists the legal and scientific community in weighing the suitability of individuals offering their services as Accident Reconstructionists while improving public awareness of the profession as it relates to the legal system.

ACTAR is recognized in the United States and Canada as an independent accrediting organization for those who work in the field of Accident Investigation and Reconstruction. The weight of this credential can make it easier for an investigator to establish his suitability to present expert witness testimony in the legal system of both countries.

ACTAR accreditation is also held by investigators in Australia, Italy, Singapore and The United Arab Emirates.”

Well, isn’t every officer ACTAR certified? Again, excellent question. Currently in the State of Virginia, THREE (3) sworn law enforcement officers are ACTAR certified. Thanks to Officer Bolinger, now two of the three are your very own Henrico Police officers.

So please join us in congratulating Officer Bolinger for putting forth the extra effort to achieve this impressive goal.

Original source can be found here.