The mission of the Albemarle County Police Department is to provide for the safety and security of all people, while protecting individual rights and building trust in our diverse communities through quality service.

The Albemarle County Police Department’s (ACPD) strategic plan addresses specific goals for the agency that are supported by objectives, initiatives, and performance measures. In 2019, ACPD established the following goals:

• Strengthen Community Trust, Legitimacy, Accountability, and Transparency
•  Enhance Community Safety
• Invest In Our People

As the department evolves, these goals may be amended to address the changing needs of the agency. These updates also ensure the goals rightly align with Albemarle County’s overall strategic plan and focus on working as One Organization Committed to Excellence.

Virginia Community Policing Act Data

2024 Annual Report

Supporting Those Who Protect Us

Mission

To promote public safety by supporting the Police Department in its efforts to be a professional, highly educated, and trained organization, equipped to prevent crime and enhance the overall safety of our community.

Report the incident to an on-duty police supervisor.
Police supervisors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To request to speak with a police supervisor, call 434-977-9041.

Report the incident directly to the Office of Professional Standards.
To make a commendation or complaint directly to the Office of Professional Standards, call 434-296-5807 Monday through Friday during normal business hours to schedule an appointment.

Complete the commendation/complaint form here.