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Our Mission

Mission

The Washington State Patrol makes a difference every day, enhancing the safety and security of all people and communities by providing the best in public safety services.

Vision

To be the best public safety agency in the United States.

Motto

Service With Humility

Values

Strong Leadership
Effective Partnerships & Community Relationships
Professional Excellence
Integrity & Accountability
Respecting & Protecting the Rights of All
Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

WSP Oath of Office

“I [NAME], do solemnly swear that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the United States of America and the State of Washington, and that I will serve them honestly and faithfully, and that I will obey the orders of the Governor and the State of Washington and the officers appointed over me, according to law and the rules and regulations of the State Patrol and that I will uphold the constitutions of the United States and the State of Washington.”

Strategic Plan

The WSP Strategic Plan is an outline of goals and outcomes to help plan and achieve our mission. Please read the summary below or download the full Strategic Plan to read more and to understand our vision.

Download the Strategic Plan

Check out our current Mission, Vision, and Values

Agency Reports

Investigation of Officer-Involved Use of Deadly Force and In-Custody Death Protocol

Washington State Patrol Independent Investigation Team (IIT) Roster

Special Investigations

No Special Investigations at this time.

Recent Acknowledgements

Governor’s Proclamation- Law Enforcement Recognition Week

Contact us

Mailing Address
Washington State Patrol
PO Box 42600
Olympia, WA 98504

Physical Address
Washington State Patrol
Helen Sommers Building
106 11th Avenue SW
Olympia, WA 98501

Wsp accessibility

The Washington State Patrol is firmly committed to providing an environment that provides the public fair and equal treatment and equal access to its benefits, programs and services as required by state and federal laws. If you require reasonable accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act, or would like to file a grievance please click on the following link:  WSP Public Accessibility and Grievance Process

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