City of Topeka Kansas

Capitol Police, also known as Troop K, offers a range of law enforcement and crime prevention services. It focuses on the security and safety of visitors in Kansas. The police specializes in crime investigation and patrol services. Capitol Police is responsible for the regulation of traffic flow. It serves the state's Capitol and government-owned buildings. Capitol Police assists employees and visitors at the Capitol complex. The police is also responsible for providing security at the governor's residence, Kansas Judicial Center and Memorial Building. In addition, it offers emergency medical assistance. Capitol Police is a part of Kansas Highway Patrol, which has been in operation since 1937.

Established in 1937, the Kansas Highway Patrol is a full-service law enforcement agency that reduces the number and severity of traffic crashes through the enforcement of impaired driving and occupant protection laws. Its patrol section deters motorists from impaired driving and arrests impaired drivers through countermeasures, such as selective enforcement efforts and sobriety check lanes. The Kansas Highway Patrol employs a staff of more than 800 sworn officers. The agency also handles cases related to aggressive drivers, commercial vehicle regulations, concealed weapons and weapon transportation. In addition, it undertakes seat belts and child safety inspections. With a location in Topeka, Kan., the Kansas Highway Patrol enhances public relations through local community involvement in schools, civic organizations and businesses.

Established in 1858, the Topeka Police Department is a law enforcement agency that works to preserve peace, deter crime, and maintain law and order. It operates animal control, bicycle, K-9, narcotics and helicopter units. The department s criminal investigation division is comprised of criminal intelligence, scientific investigation and court liaison units. The Topeka Police Department supports School Resource Officer and chaplain programs. It maintains a victim assistance unit that assists in cases of homicide, aggravated assault, sexual and property crimes, graffiti, identity theft, and domestic and workplace violence. The department hosts a citizens police academy that provides training programs related to laws, firearms instruction, defensive tactics, criminal investigation and patrol procedures. The Topeka Police Department is recognized by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). It also provides emergency preparedness and crime prevention tips. The department maintains a sex offender registry and offers copies of police reports. The Topeka Police Department is located in Topeka, Kan.