UT Martin Public Safety

UT Martin Public Safety serves Martin, TN. One of the primary missions of the University of Tennessee at Martin Department of Public Safety is to provide a safe and orderly environment for the University to conduct its day-to-day business with minimal interruption. The Department of Public Safety Officers are fully commissioned in the City of Martin and by the State of Tennessee for on campus property and surrounding areas. They have the same responsibilities and authority as your hometown police departments. In December of 2013, The University of Tennessee at Martin Department of Public Safety received full accreditation by the Tennessee Association of Chief’s of Police by meeting established standards of professionalism and accountability to the public we serve. Accreditation is a continuing process and the department is committed to maintaining the progressive standards set by the association. The department received their second award in 2018. Non-emergency: (731) 881-7777. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Martin city, TN has an estimated population of 10,864.