Huntsville Police Department

Huntsville has 3 Police Precincts, approximately 500 sworn officers, 200 civilian personnel and patrols an area around 220 square miles. HPD is a “Professional Law Enforcement Organization” utilizing modern technology, state of the art equipment and comprehensive training techniques. The Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the “Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement” (CALEA). The Huntsville Police Department employs individuals of diverse backgrounds, education and experience. “COURAGE, INTEGRITY and PROFESSIONALISM” is a motto in which we take great pride throughout our career as law enforcement officers. For news and additional information about the Huntsville Police Department, visit HuntsvilleAL.gov/police. MISSION The Huntsville Police Department will serve our community by protecting life, liberty, property and defending the constitutional rights of all people with compassion, fairness, integrity, and professionalism. VISION The Huntsville Police Department will provide the highest quality police services to our community and partner with our community to identify and resolve problems. Non-emergency: (256) 427-7001. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Huntsville city, AL has an estimated population of 218,814.