JCPD
Andy Dossett, Chief of Police
Eric Thomas, Deputy Chief Phone: 865-475-2002
Fax: 865-475-4794
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Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Jefferson City Police Department to enhance the overall quality of life for those we serve by establishing and maintaining solid community partnerships, protecting life and property, and enforcing laws as prescribed by the Constitutions of this great State and Nation. We will accomplish this through and by solid ethical practices and standards, progressive policies and training, and common-sense policing.
“Integrity, Service, & Commitment”
- Traffic Citations
- Patrol Division
- Animal Control
- Criminal Investigation Division
- Leave an Anonymous Tip
If you receive a traffic citation in Jefferson City, there are several ways to resolve it if you are 18 years old or older. Citations must be resolved on or before the court date to avoid progressive late fees.
The purpose of the Patrol Division is to prevent and deter criminal activity operations and to provide day-to-day police service to the Jefferson City community. Because the scope of this work is so massive, we use a variety police cruisers, motorcycles, and other vehicles to respond to calls.
Captain Richard Mitchem, Criminal Investigations Division Commander
The Criminal Investigation Division performs the investigative functions of the Jefferson City Police Department. Members of this Division respond to crime scenes, answer citizen complaints, and investigate cases from the Patrol Division. The Division conducts interviews and lawful searches during investigations to gather information and evidence that is useful for reconstructing the occurrence or circumstances of an illegal act. Investigators may apprehend offenders, recover stolen property, prepare cases for court prosecutions, and present evidence in court cases.
The Jefferson City Police Department handles Animal Control for the community. We deal with cases involving stray animals, cruelty, abuse, and bites. If you have a complaint or would like to report a stray animal in Jefferson City, call the Jefferson City Police Department’s non-emergency line at 865-475-2002.
Accreditation
The Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation Program exists to improve the quality of law enforcement agencies in the State of Tennessee and ultimately the quality of services provided to the citizens of Tennessee. The Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation Program was created under the direction and authority of the Tennessee Association Chiefs of Police which supports and endorses the continued improvement of law enforcement and emergency communications services by establishing professional standards of accountability, management, and operations.
The JCPD was first awarded accreditation on April 3, 2019, and again on February 2, 2022. A TLEA on-site evaluation is conducted every three years to determine if the agency is current and in compliance with all 164 standards.
Deana Williamson, Accreditation Manager
If you experience or see an emergency or an in-progress crime, call 911 immediately. To advise the Jefferson City Police Department of criminal activity that is not an emergency, you can anonymously submit a tip using the space below.
The Jefferson City Police Department uses Hyper-Reach to provide rapid notifications to the community about hazardous and urgent situations. Sign up to receive these alerts.
See up-to-date data about where local crimes have occurred. Follow the link below to view the crime map of Jefferson City as reported by the Jefferson City Police Department.