General Info

The Paterson Police Department is a law enforcement agency that provides a range of public safety services. It has various divisions and subdivisions, including field operations, administrative services, criminal investigation, narcotics, special investigation, domestic violation, traffic, communications, records and training. The Paterson Police Department is governed by the city of Paterson, N.J., which administers various other departments, such as fire, human services, community development, public works, purchasing, finance and administration.