Santa Monica Police Department

Mission

We are dedicated to safeguarding our community by improving quality of life and upholding public trust.

Vision

We endeavor to be law enforcement's benchmark for excellence as we seek to eliminate crime and social disorder in collaboration with our community partners.

Values

Integrity - adhering to strict, unequivocal standards of conduct in keeping with our ethical obligations;

Courage - displaying the strength of character to confront fear, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation;

Accountability - accepting individual and collective responsibility for our oath, duty, and actions;

Innovation - adapting to changes in society through strategic integration of technology and equipment;

Respect - valuing human life and dignity with an equal commitment to justice and acceptance of diversity.