Overview
The Uniform Force of the New York State Police is made up of more than 3,500 men and women.
These sworn members are the Troopers you see responding to calls, patrolling roadways and helping the public wearing the iconic gray uniform and Stetson.
The New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team is the oldest public safety dive team in the United States.
The first assignment for the New York State Police was at the Great New York State Fair. It is an assignment that has continued for more than 100 years.
The New York State Police utilize snowmobiles in inclement weather.
The New York State Police have served the public since 1917.
Specialty Units
Specialized Assignments
You must first become a sworn uniform trooper to request a specialized assignment; there are no separate applications for specialty details.
New York State Police Use of Force Policy
It is the policy of the State Police, that the amount of force that is used by its Members shall be the amount of force that is objectively reasonable and necessary under the totality of the circumstances for the Member involved to effect an arrest, prevent an escape, or in defense of themselves or others.
New York State Police Body Worn Camera Policy
New York State Executive Law Section 234 created the New York State Police Body Worn Camera Program.
The purpose of the program is to increase accountability and evidence for law enforcement and the residents of the state by providing body-worn cameras to all state police officers while on patrol.
The purpose of the program is to increase accountability and evidence for law enforcement and the residents of the state by providing body-worn cameras to all state police officers while on patrol.