LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Lake County’s sheriff-elect has graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy.

Lake County Undersheriff Lucas Bingham was one of 201 law enforcement officers who graduated from the academy in Quantico, Virginia, on Thursday, June 6, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Bingham was elected sheriff in March. He ran unopposed and will take office in January.

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have attended the National Academy,” said Bingham. “The advanced training and the invaluable connections made with law enforcement professionals worldwide will help me better serve our community. The National Academy has reinforced my commitment to innovation and excellence. I look forward to applying the insights and skills gained to further elevate the standards of the Sheriff’s Office."

Bingham, a seasoned professional with 26 years of service at the sheriff’s office, has been instrumental in managing and leading the agency.

Testifying to its global recognition, the National Academy’s 290th session had participants hailing from 46 states, the District of Columbia, 24 countries, five military organizations and six federal civilian organizations.

The National Academy is 10 weeks of advanced communication, leadership and fitness training. Participants must have proven records as professionals within their agencies to attend.

Since 1935, the FBI National Academy has graduated 55,186 graduates. It is held at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, where the FBI trains its new special agents and intelligence analysts.