The primary mission of the police department is the protection of life and property within the boundaries of the Pueblo. The primary focus of the police department is to improve the overall quality of life of the residents of the Pueblo and to create a safe environment for those who visit the Pueblo.

Law Enforcement provides 24-hour services to the residents and visitors of the Pueblo of Laguna.  Law Enforcement Officers are responsible for enforcing tribal and civil traffic laws, conducting accident investigations, participating in the court process, and responding to calls for service. These calls for service include, but are not limited to: reports of domestic violence, assault, battery, drug possession, neighbor disputes, and juvenile status offenses.  On occasion, calls for service may warrant an arrest.  Law Enforcement Officers also offer, upon request and approval, mutual aid to neighboring law enforcement agencies and communities.

The Laguna Police Department provides 24-hour emergency dispatch service for police officers and Fire/Rescue personnel. This service is provided reservation wide and includes the six villages and all roadways.

Paul Chavez