1991: In July 1991, the Cali Cocaine Cartel, with unlimited financing and advanced technology, is trumped by the ingenuity and determination of State Police Investigators.
1990: The Statewide Automated Fingerprint System -SAFIS- is introduced allowing Troopers to quickly compare fingerprints found at crime scenes with those on file.
1990: In response to the growth of narcotic operations in upstate rural and suburban communities, the State Police formally establishes a 60 member Narcotics Enforcement Team to assist local police...
1988: The State Police becomes the official liaison agency for the State of New York and the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) to aid in the apprehension of international criminals...
1988: In 1988, the State Police commits to the Drug Recognition Program and trains selected Troopers to recognize impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs in addition to alcohol.
1988: In response to a large number of tampering incidents and threats involving food and medical products, the State Police establishes a computerized database to operate as a central clearinghouse...