The Lamar community places a significant amount of trust in its police force. We honor this trust by dedicating ourselves to the people we serve. Through a community-focused, intelligence-led approach, we aim to solve problems and enforce the law effectively.
The Lamar Police Department will continue to enhance safety and security through education, training, and the adoption of state and national best practices to reach the highest standards in law enforcement.
The mission of the Lamar Police Department (LPD) is to ensure a safe and secure environment for learning. Using various policing tactics and resources, the LPD protects life, safeguards property, enforces laws, and defends the rights of all people.
LPD works in partnership to keep our community safe. We encourage personal responsibility and community involvement through active engagement.
Justice – We uphold fairness and equality in every decision, guided by a steadfast commitment to doing what is right. With honor, we approach every situation with impartiality and respect, ensuring that our enforcement of the law remains consistent and just.
Honor – We uphold our principles with integrity, consistently choosing honesty and truth even when it is challenging. We prioritize our duty over personal gain, preserving the trust of our community through our steady moral and ethical character.
Integrity – We serve our community with compassion, dedicating ourselves to safeguarding and improving the well-being of others. Guided by courage, we face challenges with professionalism and kindness, striving each day to build trust and make a positive difference for those we assist.