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On behalf of the Culpeper Police Department, I want to welcome you to our website. As Chief of Police, I'm proud to lead a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about serving our community.
Our goal is to provide you with valuable information, resources, and services to keep you safe and informed. Please explore our site to learn more about our department, our values, and our commitment to excellence.
WELCOME
- Chief Settle
“The Culpeper Police Department is committed to providing public safety for all Citizens who live, work, and play in Culpeper.”
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We strive to provide police service of the highest professional quality grounded in our core values of courage, compassion, duty, and integrity.
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We respect the constitutional rights and personal dignity of all people with whom we come in contact, and are committed to the impartial enforcement of criminal laws and the intelligent use of discretion in solving problems associated with crime and disorder.
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We constantly seek organizational improvement, and maintain receptiveness to the need for constant change in response to the many needs of a dynamic and diverse community.
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We use problem solving tactics and a community-oriented policing strategy that emphasizes collaboration with other agencies, and builds partnerships with civic and service groups and with business and neighborhood associations. As an agency, we constantly encouraging each member of our staff to assume leadership roles within our organization, to be provide high quality service, to encourage and support others, to build trust, to become agents of change, and to share a vision of an ever improving future.
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Are you passionate about serving your community and making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have what it takes to be a part of a dynamic and dedicated team of law enforcement professionals?
The Culpeper Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to join our ranks.
PUBLIC COMMENT PORTAL
This public comment portal will replace the public call-in session and the public hearing required by Law Enforcement Standard 45.2.3. The purpose of this public comment portal is to receive comments regarding the agency’s compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy for accredited status. These comments can be in the form of commendations or concerns.
We are always striving for continuous improvement while maintaining professional excellence.