South Carolina Department of Public Safety explained
| Agencyname: | South Carolina Department of Public Safety |
| Motto: | Protecting - Educating - Serving |
| Formedyear: | June 5, 1993 |
| Country: | United States |
| Countryabbr: | US |
| Divname: | South Carolina |
| Legaljuris: | opsjuris |
| Headquarters: | 10311 Wilson Blvd. Blythewood, SC 29016 |
| Chief1name: | Robert G. Woods IV |
| Chief1position: | Director |
| Sworn: | 1478+ (as of 2010) |
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) exists to ensure the safety of South Carolina's citizens and visitors. The employees of the Department of Public Safety fulfill this mission by:
- Enforcing the traffic, motor vehicle and motor carrier laws;
- Educating the public on highway safety;
- Administering highway safety and criminal justice grant programs;
- Operating a comprehensive law enforcement training program and certification process;
- Providing security and safety services for public officials as well as state properties.
Divisions
The SC Department of Public Safety comprises three main divisions:
- South Carolina Highway Patrol Division - Colonel Christopher Williamson
- South Carolina State Transport Police Division - Colonel Dwayne Wilson
- South Carolina Bureau of Protective Services - Chief Matthew Calhoun
The SC Department of Public Safety also comprises the following offices:
- Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs
- Office of Human Resources
- Office of Professional Responsibility
- Office of Public Affairs
See also
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