Rhode Island State Police

The Rhode Island State Police (RISP) is the statewide law enforcement agency for Rhode Island. It provides highway patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, commercial vehicle enforcement, emergency response, and specialized law enforcement services. RISP works with local, state, and federal agencies throughout Rhode Island. The agency operates several patrol barracks and specialized units, including Detectives, K-9, Narcotics, Major Crimes, Cyber Crimes, SWAT/Emergency Response, Commercial Enforcement, and the Violent Fugitive Task Force.