The Oregon State Police office building in Salem. (Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection)
Present Duties
The Oregon State Police (OSP) enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crimes, conducts post-mortem examinations and forensic analysis and provides background checks and law enforcement data. OSP regulates gaming, the handling of hazardous materials, fire codes, educates the public on fire safety and enforces fish, wildlife and natural resource laws.
Other specialized programs and services include drug investigation, state emergency response coordination, state Fire Marshal Service and Conflagration Act coordination, coordination of federal grants for public safety issues, coordination of Criminal Justice Information Standards, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and serving as the point of contact to the National Office of Homeland Security. The department employs more than 1,300 sworn and professional staff.
Agency Website
Information about this agency's divisions, offices, and programs.
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
3565 Trelstad Ave. SE, Salem, 97317
Telephone: 503-378-3720
General Email:
ask.osp@osp.oregon.gov
Contact:
Casey Codding, Superintendent
Administrative Rules Coordinator:
See Contact List for State Police
Legal & Legislative Information
Statutory Authority: ORS
181A.015