Illinois State Police

Welcome to the Illinois State Police This is the oath taken by every Illinois State Police Trooper. These men and women take pride in embracing the core values of law enforcement, with the sole objective of being excellent Illinois State Police public service employees. This oath an ongoing and enduring promise of our commitment to the Citizens of the State of Illinois. Vision The Illinois State Police will strive for excellence in all we do - seeking to be one of the premier policing agencies in the country. Mission The Illinois State Police will relentlessly protect public safety and pursue justice for the People of Illinois. Values Integrity - Trust and Dependability to Act Responsibly The Illinois State Police standard – respect, fairness, honesty, and ethical conduct – is exceedingly high. We are accountable for always having the courage to do what is right, even when no one is observing or evaluating. Service - Contribute to the Welfare of Others The Illinois State Police is committed to performing duties to meet the needs of others and promoting proactive partnerships to identify problems and develop solutions to improve public safety and strengthen relationships with citizens and the criminal justice community. Pride - Respect for Self, Others, and the Organization Believing in the integrity of our actions, the Illinois State Police takes pride in the results we achieve as individuals and as an organization. Goals Improve the quality of life for our citizens through unimpeachable integrity, public service, training, and education. Safeguard the public by assisting law enforcement, decreasing traffic fatalities and injuries, and reducing crime and the fear of crime. Provide leadership through innovation as a dynamic, diverse, learning organization which promotes personal and professional growth.