About the Division of Police

Mission, Vision, and Values
Guided by the Constitution, our Core Values, and steadfast adherence to ethical conduct, we are in service to safeguard the lives, property, and rights of all.

Meet the Leadership
The Columbus Division of Police is organized into six subdivisions. The subdivisions include the Public Accountability, Patrol Operations, Special Operations, Criminal Investigations and Support Services.

Accreditation
The Columbus Division of Police is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®), the most comprehensive international accrediting body for public safety organizations. 

Division History
Interested in reading more about the Marshals, Superintendents of Police and Police Chiefs that have held office since 1816, when the borough of Columbus began its corporate existence?

Police Memorial
To honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in their service to the public... Listed are the names of Columbus Police Officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in their service to the public.