TOMS RIVER — The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has again been re-accredited by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police through the New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, officials announced.
Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said the office met and complied with more than 100 professional standards as part of the rigorous review process, which evaluates policies, procedures and overall operations. The accreditation is designed to ensure law enforcement agencies function efficiently while emphasizing community engagement, risk reduction and accountability.
Officials said the re-accreditation reflects the office’s ongoing commitment to effective service delivery and responsiveness to the needs of Ocean County residents.
Representatives present for the recognition included Captain Brianne Pluta, Executive Assistant Prosecutor Bridget Coughlin, First Assistant Prosecutor Michael T. Nolan Jr., Lieutenant John Carroll and Deputy First Assistant Prosecutor Michael Weatherstone, along with Harry Delgado, the accreditation program manager for the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has participated in the accreditation program as part of its efforts to maintain best practices and public confidence in its operations.
