Connecticut State Police

Connecticut State Police
Patch of Connecticut State Police
Patch of Connecticut State Police
Badge of Connecticut State Police
Badge of Connecticut State Police
AbbreviationCSP
Motto“ Professionalism through an elite and diverse team of trained men and women.

Respect for ourselves and others through our words and actions. Integrity through adherence to standards and values that merit public trust. Dedication to our colleagues, our values, and to the service of others.

Equality through fair and unprejudiced application of the law.”
Agency overview
FormedMay 29, 1903; 121 years ago (1903-05-29)
Employees875 Troopers and 533 Civilian Employees (as of 2022)
Jurisdictional structure
Operations jurisdictionConnecticut, USA
Connecticut State Police Troop map
Size5,544 square miles (14,360 km2)
Population3,502,309 (2007 est.)[1]
General nature
Operational structure
HeadquartersMiddletown, Connecticut
Troopers875 Troopers (as of 2022)
Civilian Employees533 Civilian Employees (as of 2020)[2]
Agency executive
  • Interim Colonel Daniel Loughman
Parent agencyConnecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
Facilities
Troops12
Website
Connecticut State Police website

The Connecticut State Police (CSP) is the state police and highway patrol of the U.S. state of Connecticut, responsible for statewide traffic regulation and law enforcement, especially in areas not served by (or served by smaller) municipal police. It is a division of the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. The CSP currently has about 875 troopers as of June 28, 2022 and is headquartered in Middletown, Connecticut. The Connecticut State Police is also responsible for protecting the Governor of Connecticut, Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut, and their families.