Seattle Police Department - Seattle, WA

THE MISSION OF THE SEATTLE POLICE DEPARTMENT Prevent crime, enforce the law and support quality public safety by delivering respectful, professional and dependable police services. ... See more s. Learn more about our mission and values. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Keeping the city of Seattle safe is the primary duty of the Seattle Police Department. Seattle Police employs sworn police officers and civilians – all of whom continually provide quality service to Seattle residents and visitors. [More information about our organization.] In addition to the Seattle Police headquarters and other police support facilities, the department operates within five geographical areas known as the East, West, North, South, and Southwest Precincts. The department is also a nationally accredited police agency and meets the high standards of the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.