General Info

Mobile Police Department protects and serves the citizens of the city of Mobile, Ala. It is organized into the chief of police s office, administrative services division, and field operations and support service bureaus. The department s administrative services division reviews and interprets departmental studies and investigative reports to project future needs and also develops long-range strategic plans. It includes inspections, planning and research and internal affairs units. The department s street enforcement narcotics team engages itself in undercover operations that target the illegal sale and distribution of narcotics and other drugs. It operates the Citizens Academy, which provides instruction on several topics, including crime scene security and investigation, traffic operations, tactical unit callouts, bomb squads, case investigation and crime prevention. Mobile Police Department utilizes an E-911 service for 24-hour emergency police and fire assistance services. It also operates several field precincts for the convenience of citizens.