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Public Safety

Public Safety

The safety and security of Pennsylvania’s citizens is a great responsibility. From preparing for floods to patrolling the highways, the commonwealth plays a key role in protecting the public.

The state’s homeland security office and emergency management agency work to prepare for, prevent and respond to natural disasters and terrorists threats.

Nearly one third of Pennsylvania’s population is protected by the State Police. The rest are served by local and regional police forces. The Attorney General is the top law enforcement official in the state.

Agencies such as the Department of Corrections, Bureau of Probation and Parole and the Commission on Crime and Delinquency provide a wide variety of services for crime victims, inmates and their families.


Additional Resources

One-Stop Shop
The Public Safety Portal is a clearinghouse for all much of Pennsylvania's public safety information. Find out about emergency services, law enforcement, victims' services and more, all in one place. Learn more

Be Prepared
Find out what to do before, during and after a variety of disasters and emergencies. Learn more

Disaster Assistance
Apply for loans and other help following a natural disaster. Learn more

Be a Volunteer
Register to be a volunteer during an emergency or disaster. Learn more

PA’s Top Cop
Get helpful tips on crime prevention, file complaints, and discover what your rights are as a consumer from the Office of Attorney General. Learn more

Megan’s Law
Find information on convicted sex offenders required to register under Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law. Learn more

Victims of Crime
Seek support, financial assistance and other services for crime victims from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Learn more

More Victim Assistance
The state’s Board of Probation and Parole provides a variety of services, information and other resources for crime victims. Learn more

Prisons & Inmates
Locate a prison, contact an inmate and find support services for crime victims and inmate’ families. Learn more