Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)

The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) is a division within the U.S. Department of Justice that supports local police efforts to build stronger relationships with their communities. Its mission is to improve public safety by funding and encouraging community policing strategies—approaches that involve police working closely with residents to address local concerns, prevent crime, and enhance trust. COPS provides grants, training, and resources to help law enforcement agencies adopt practices that make communities safer and more collaborative, emphasizing problem-solving and community engagement.