Charleston Police Department

The Charleston Police Department provides law enforcement for the City of Charleston, South Carolina. The department employs 453 sworn officers, 119 professional staff members and four grant-funded positions. The department's mission is to serve everyone in its jurisdiction with respect, fairness and compassion while delivering a high level of public service. Its stated priorities reflect the character of the city: deterring crime, building relationships with community groups and residential and business organizations, fostering an environment receptive to residents, visitors and tourism, and supporting historic preservation. The department also commits to crime-prevention partnerships with the community, high standards of performance and ethics, and ongoing training and professional growth for its personnel, all aimed at improving quality of life and strengthening public trust.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Charleston city, SC has an estimated population of 152,014.