Virginia Division of Capitol Police

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Virginia Division of Capitol Police
Jurisdictional structure
Constituting instrument	Section 30-34.2:1 of the Code of Virginia
Operational structure
Overseen by	Legislative Support Committee
Website
http://dcp.virginia.gov/
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The Virginia Division of Capitol Police is America's oldest police department,^{[dubious – discuss]} originating in 1618.

A legislative agency, today the Division of Capitol Police is responsible for:

• General Law Enforcement for the Capitol Complex and properties assigned to the agency. They also share concurrent jurisdiction with the Richmond City Police Department.
• Protective services for the Governor and Virginia's First Family while they are in-residence at the Executive Mansion.
• Protective services and details for the Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, the Justices of Virginia's Supreme Court, and members of the Virginia Legislature.
• Special event assignments and security details throughout the Commonwealth