Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy

**About Us** **Resources for local needs** The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy is local governments’ one-stop shop for resources to improve public safety in Maryland. We provide access to federal and state grant funds and we can provide assistance to your town, city, county, agency as it attempts to maneuver through the red tape to tap these resources. We work with you to plan your project, coordinate stakeholders, develop accountability measures and get results from your investments and efforts. We connect you to best practices in national and state programming and innovations. At the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, your success is our success! **Vision** A safer Maryland. **Mission** To serve as a coordinating office that advises the Governor on criminal justice strategies. The office plans, promotes, and funds efforts with government entities, private organizations, and the community to advance public policy, enhance public safety, reduce crime and juvenile delinquency, and serve victims. **Our customer service promise** The State of Maryland pledges to provide constituents, businesses, customers, and stakeholders with services in the following manner: - **Friendly and Courteous**: We will be helpful and supportive and have a positive attitude and passion for what we do. - **Timely and Responsive**: We will be proactive, take initiative, and will try to anticipate your needs. - **Accurate and Consistent**: We will always aim for 100% accuracy, and be consistent in how we interpret and implement State policies and procedures. - **Accessible and Convenient**: We will continue to simplify and improve access to information and resources. - **Truthful and Transparent**: We will advance a culture of honesty, clarity, and trust. - **Resolution**: We will inform constituents clearly and concisely and provide assistance in a timely manner.