COPS Office

The COPS Office, or Community-Oriented Policing Services Office, is a part of the U.S. Department of Justice dedicated to improving public safety through community policing strategies. It provides funding, training, and resources to law enforcement agencies to foster stronger relationships with communities, improve police practices, and address local safety concerns collaboratively. Its goal is to enhance trust, transparency, and effectiveness in policing by emphasizing partnerships between police and residents, ultimately creating safer and more connected communities.