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Welcome to the Virginia State Police Web site. As we continuously seek out new ways to enhance the public’s accessibility to our agency and assorted services, this new site was redesigned with our citizens in mind. Providing immediate, accurate, useful data online is essential in today’s information driven environment.
With 75 years of service to the citizens of the Commonwealth, the men and women of this statewide agency strive to fulfill our public safety mission while improving the quality of life for those living, working, and visiting in Virginia. From our highways to within our communities, the Virginia State Police is recognized nationally for its superior enforcement, investigative, educational, technological, and analytical resources.
While our troopers work to protect your interests, in return, we ask you to help protect them. Tragically, too many law enforcement officers are struck and killed or seriously injured while doing their job, but, it doesn’t have to happen. So, we ask for your courtesy and help on the highway. Directly below this message is a public service announcement you can view online about the Move Over law. Remember, by moving over, you give our troopers the room to move safely on the side of the road.
We appreciate your interest in the Virginia State Police and invite you to visit our site often as it will be continually updated with new information.| PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS CLICK HERE FOR TEXT TRANSCRIPTS |
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Additional Information: "Slow Down Move Over" Law: Code of Virginia - Section 46.2-921.1 National Safety Commission Move Over, America |
INAUGURAL ATTENDEES REMINDED TO KEEP SAFEGUARDS IN MIND IF DRIVING OR WALKING TO THE INAUGURATION
Crime Prevention Tips for Virginians and Visitors
News Release - January 16, 2009
RICHMOND – Virginians and guests to the Commonwealth are reminded to protect themselves and their valuables so they don’t become a victim of opportunistic crime. Virginia State Police urges everyone attending Inaugural events to take precautions and exercise safety measures to best reduce their chances of becoming a victim. Read more...
MEDIA GUIDELINES FOR INAUGURATION COVERAGE
News Release - January 15, 2009
FAIRFAX, Va. – To aid national, state, and local media with Virginia traffic updates during the various 2009 Presidential Inauguration events, a multi-agency Traffic Joint Information Center (JIC) will be established at the McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center (PSTOC) at 4890 Alliance Drive in (corner of West Ox Road and Fairfax Co. Parkway (Rt. 7100)) in Fairfax County, Va. Read more...
Virginia National Guard to support 56th Presidential Inauguration
News Release - January 16, 2009
More than 500 Virginia National Guard Soldiers will be on duty supporting the 56th Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20 by assisting federal, state and local agencies with security, communications, traffic control and other general support requirements. Read more...
VIRGINIA TRAFFIC UPDATES FOR INAUGURATION EVENTS
VRE Sells Out; Authorized Vehicles Defined
News Release - January 15, 2009
Jan. 18, Sunday: Theodore Roosevelt Bridge will be closed inbound to Washington, D.C., to all vehicular traffic from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic heading into Washington, D.C., on eastbound I-66 will be detoured to the 14th Street Bridge via Route 110 and I-395 North. Pedestrians may cross the Roosevelt Bridge using the sidewalk. Outbound lanes on the Roosevelt Bridge will remain open all day Sunday. Read more...
PATIENCE & PREPARATION ARE THE KEYS TO STRESS-FREE DRIVING ON INAUGURATION DAY
State Police Will Be Watching For Aggressive and Impaired Drivers
News Release - January 14, 2009
RICHMOND – With major traffic congestion expected on Inauguration Day, Virginia State Police advises drivers to be extra patient and to prepare themselves now for the anticipated gridlock in Northern and Central Virginia on Jan. 20, 2009. The delays could lead to mounting frustration for some motorists, which in turn could lead to aggressive driving. Read more...
VIRGINIA STATE POLICE OBSERVE AMBER ALERT AWARENESS DAY
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News Release - January 12, 2009
RICHMOND – The Virginia State Police will join law enforcement nationwide in recognizing Jan. 13, 2009, as AMBER Alert Awareness Day. Tuesday marks the 13th anniversary of the abduction and murder of Amber Hagerman of Arlington, Texas. The nine-year-old’s tragic death in 1996 prompted broadcasters in her state to team with local law enforcement agencies to develop an early warning system which solicits the public’s help to find abducted children. The AMBER (America’s Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response) Alert program is now available in all 50 states, creating a national network to aid in the recovery of abducted children. Read more...
VIRGINIANS AND VISITORS HAVE MULTIPLE TRANSIT OPTIONS FOR INAUGURATION DAY
Virginia Provides Free Bus Service to Metrorail on Jan. 20, 2009
News Release - January 12, 2009
RICHMOND, VA., January 12, 2009 - The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT), Virginia State Police and Virginia Department of Transportation today announced that transit details are now available for people traveling through Virginia to Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2009. Read more...
PEDESTRIAN & BIKE INFORMATION FOR INAUGURATION DAY
Walkers and Bicyclists Also Encouraged to Plan Ahead
News Release - January 10, 2009 (VDOT, VSP & DRPT)
RICHMOND – Since personal vehicles will not be allowed to enter Washington from Virginia on January 20, 2009, anyone making arrangements to walk or ride a bicycle will have several options available to them for the Inauguration Day. Read more...
STATE POLICE WARN MOTORISTS STATEWIDE OF INAUGURAL TRAFFIC CONGESTION
Virginians Advised to Plan Ahead for Traffic Delays
News Release - January 9, 2009
RICHMOND - Northern Virginians are not the only ones being advised to prepare for traffic congestion and possible delays resulting from traffic heading to and from the upcoming Presidential Inauguration events. With thousands heading to Washington, D.C., Virginia State Police will be bringing in additional troopers from around the state to supplement patrols throughout Northern and Central Virginia beginning Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, through Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009. Read more...
VIRGINIA PREPARES FOR INAUGURATION TRAFFIC
Motorists urged to plan ahead, expect major delays
News Release - January 7, 2009 (VDOT, VSP & DRPT)
FAIRFAX, Va. - Virginia State Police, the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Department of Rail and Public Transportation are preparing for thousands of buses and vehicles to travel through Virginia for the Inauguration on January 20, 2009, and urge visitors to know what to expect before leaving home to ensure a safe and less stressful trip. Read more...
VIRGINIA ENDS 2008 WITH POTENTIAL FOR RECORD LOW TRAFFIC FATALITIES
Four Deaths over New Year’s Holiday
News Release - January 5, 2009
RICHMOND - For the first time in 16 years, traffic fatalities declined sharply in Virginia ending the year with a reported 808 deaths across the Commonwealth. The fatality count includes the deaths of 73 pedestrians. The 2008 preliminary number is a sharp contrast to the 1,026 individuals who lost their lives in traffic crashes in 2007. Read more...
PLANNING TO ATTEND THE 56TH PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION? GUESTS SHOULD PREPARE THEMSELVES FOR WEATHER, TRAFFIC AND LONG LINES
News Release - December 24, 2008
RICHMOND – Are you one of possibly millions of people making plans for the historic Inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama? If so, Virginians and out-of-state visitors heading to Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2009, need to start preparing now for difficult weather conditions, traffic congestion, long lines and substantial crowds. Read more...
