King County Sheriffs Office

The Washington State Patrol, established in 1921 with just six motorcycles, has evolved into a leading state law enforcement agency dedicated to ensuring public safety on Washington's roadways. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the agency's executive staff and troopers work tirelessly to uphold the highest standards of service and accountability. From conducting independent investigations to providing crime laboratory services and promoting traffic safety initiatives, the Washington State Patrol plays a vital role in the criminal justice process and strives to make the state's roadways the safest in the nation. With a focus on community engagement and collaboration, the agency remains dedicated to its mission of creating safe roads for all residents and visitors of Washington State.Generated from the website

Washington State Patrol is a full-service statewide law enforcement agency that employs a staff of more than 2,000 troopers and sworn officers. It is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The agency s patrol division is accredited by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC). Washington State Patrol has an honor guard that marches in parades, conducts funerals for officers and their family members and attends funerals for area officers killed in the line of duty. It offers services related to road and travel conditions, vehicles and inspections, commercial vehicle law enforcement, concealed weapons and seat belt laws. Washington State Patrol operates an office in Bellevue, Wash.