Police Department - Welcome!

You have reached the online home of the City of Canton Police Department.  Please take a moment to navigate through our site and learn more about how we are working to protect and serve Canton residents.  We strive to maintain an open and transparent department as much as possible, and are more than happy to answer any questions you may have as we are permitted by the law.

Our Mission
The mission of the Canton Police Department is to protect the lives and properties of the citizens of Canton, enforce all city, state, and federal laws, prevent crime, and educate the public.

We, the men and women of the Canton Police Department, shall perform these duties with honesty and fairness through strong leadership and continuous training.  We will strive to serve as role models for the community, applying professional standards and commitment to integrity, sensitivity and compassion to those we serve.

Our Guiding Principles
Officers of the Canton Police Department abide by six major guiding principles.  They are as follows:

1. To be a progressive, proactive organization, dedicated to safety and serving the needs of the community.
2. To be responsive and accountable to the citizens of Canton through the chain of command and the city's administration.
3. To promote the professional and personal growth of each employee through strong, fair, flexible leadership.
4. To create an environment in which employees can attain the highest degree of creativity, productivity and sense of morale.
5. To maintain a spirit of cooperation within the department and between Labor Unions and other representative organizations.
6. To be fair, honest and display common sense in all actions

Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us at any time, day or night.  If you are in an emergency situation, please dial 911.  For all other non-emergency calls, please click here to see a telephone directory for the Department.

Recent News from the Police Department

Safe driving tips for Canton’s most slippery season
By Captain Dave Davis
Posted: Dec 25, 2009

Winter driving presents challenges and dangers for drivers in northeast Ohio, including slippery road surfaces, limited visibility and freezing temperatures.  Basic preparations for your car and a gentle driving style will increase your chances of skating through the season without a scratch.

If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure that you and your car are prepared by following these common sense winter driving tips.

First things first
While parking your car in a garage or carport will save you precious minutes during your morning …

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