Louisiana State Police

Louisiana State Police is an organization with an incredibly rich history. Our motto, "Courtesy, Loyalty, Service," has given us direction and inspiration. As the men and women of this organization prepare for the future, we must reflect on the legacy and heritage left by those who preceded us.

Louisiana State Police provides public safety services across the state on numerous levels.

Our primary function is to conduct proactive patrol of federal and state highways and interstates; investigate traffic crashes; enforce traffic laws; provide assistance to motorists; and support local law enforcement agencies. In addition, LSP regulates numerous industries across the state and has full investigative capabilities covering areas such as Insurance Fraud, Special Victims, Online Crimes, Auto Theft, Gaming Enforcement, Hazardous Materials, and many more. To learn more about the sections and responsibilities of the Louisiana State Police please visit: http://www.lsp.org/sections.html

Louisiana State Police is continually looking for the best and brightest men and women to embark on a career as a Louisiana State Trooper and are currently accepting applications through our Louisiana State Police Commission. Their web page is: http://laspc.dps.louisiana.gov/.

To speak with a LSP Recruiter and for more information on the qualifications, benefits, and hiring process as well as answers to frequently asked questions, please visit http://www.lsp.org/recruit.html or e-mail LSPrecruiting@la.gov.

The Louisiana State Police Recruiting Section shall maintain an aggressive recruitment program to seek the most qualified applicants and to provide equal employment opportunities for all candidates. Proactive recruitment efforts are necessary to ensure adequate LSP personnel are available to meet the demands of natural or man-made disasters that impact the state of Louisiana and to ensure public safety for all citizens and visitors.