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History of the Police Department

Police Headquarters - 1929

The preservation of the peace, protection of property and the arrest of offenders has been the goal of Baltimore residents since August 8, 1729, when Baltimore was established.

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The Annual Report

2008 Annual Report

The mission of the Baltimore Police Department, in partnership with the Baltimore community, is to protect and preserve life, protect property, understand and serve the needs of the city's neighborhoods, and to improve the quality of life of our community.

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Patrol Districts

City District Map

Baltimore is divided into nine police districts, which are each headed by a local police station. The District Finder will help you locate the district that you belong to.


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Driving Directions

Baltimore, Maryland

Need directions on how to get to the police headquarters?




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The History of the Badge and Patch

Old BPD badges

The design of the patch and the shield is based on historical and significant events that occurred in the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland.

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