Connecticut
United States
Updated - September 8, 2025
Picture By: Connecticut State Police
The primary law enforcement agency in Connecticut is the Connecticut State Police (CSP), which is responsible for highway traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and statewide emergency response. Other significant agencies include the Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice, which oversees state prosecutors and supports criminal investigations, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) EnCon Police, which enforces laws related to environmental protection, wildlife conservation, boating, hunting, and fishing.
*Only agencies with police powers are listed.
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State Agencies
| Agency (Click Me) |
Governing Body | Primary Responsibilities | Authority to write traffic tickets? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut State Police | Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection | Highway law enforcement | Yes |
| Connecticut State Capitol Police | Connecticut General Assembly | Law enforcement for the Connecticut State Capitol Complex | Yes |
| Connecticut State Environmental Conservation Police | Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection | Protects Connecticut's natural resources | Yes |
| Connecticut Judicial Marshals | Connecticut Judicial Marshal System | Prisoner transport and courthouse security | No |
| Connecticut State Marshals | State Marshal Commission | Serve court documents | No |
| DMHAS Police | Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services | Law enforcement for DMHAS properties | Yes |
| Commercial Vehicle Safety Division | Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles | Motor carrier enforcement, enforce dmv laws | Yes |
| DRS Criminal Investigation Division | Department of Revenue Services | Enforce alcohol and tobacco laws | No |