
Welcome to the City of Charleston Police Department Online
The police department currently employs 382 sworn police officers, 137 civilians and 27 reserve police officers.
Providing a high level of public service is the police department's mission.
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Citizen Satisfaction and Safety Survey
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Holiday Season Crime Prevention
Different seasons inherently provide opportunities for different types of crimes or safety risks.
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Retail Shoplifting Prevention
The following guidelines will help store managers create policies, procedures, and physical deterrents to minimize the chances of shoplifting losses. For additional assistance in employee training and for a security survey of your business, call 769-7407.
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2009 Revised Taxi and chauffeur's License
How do I get a Chauffeur’s License?
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False Alarm Ordinance Information
The City of Charleston and the Charleston Police Department would like to remind the Charleston community that the city’s false alarm ordinance became effective September 1, 2008.
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CRIMEWEB.NET
Citizens can now receive e-mail advisories and alerts from Charleston Police by registering with www.CrimeWeb.net .
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