The mission of the Santa Clara Police Department is to always provide quality police service to the public. Working together, and in partnership with the community, we will identify and resolve problems utilizing all available resources. We will perform this service professionally and with integrity.

Values Statement

From the Chief to the newest member, our values guide our work and decisions, help us contribute to the quality of life in Santa Clara, and promote a positive work experience.

• Integrity is central to all the values we embrace. We accept that integrity is the foundation for community trust.
• We endorse the principles embodied in our Constitution. We will be held Accountable. We are responsible to each other and to the people we serve.
• Trusting each other is essential for us to attain the cooperation and teamwork that is important for excellent law enforcement.
• Fairness with each other is basic to human dignity
• We will have Respect for everyone in all situations.
• We are Loyal to our values, our Department, and to our City.
• Honesty and truthfulness are essential when dealing with one another.
• We will be Consistent and predictable in our treatment of others.

The members of the Santa Clara Police Department are our most valuable asset. We pledge to act with Integrity to demonstrate that we deserve the trust the people have bestowed upon us.

This code is used by:

• Santa Clara Police Department
  Archived 8/13/2000