We serve all people with Respect, Empathy, and Dignity

The Tulalip Police Department has a dedicated team of 88 full-time employees, of which 57 are commissioned police officers. The officers serve over 10,000 residents on the Reservation, which exceeds 50,000 accounting for the daily influx of visitors. The Tulalip Reservation itself spans more than 22,000 acres.

Tulalip police officers are general authority police officers, they enforce criminal law on tribal and non-tribal citizens. The dedicated officers are state-certified and fulfill all requirements and standards set by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center. The officers focus on upholding the Tribal Code, State Law, and Federal Law. In our commitment to community safety, Tulalip police officers collaborate closely with the FBI, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, and the Washington State Patrol, fostering a secure environment for all in the Tulalip community.

The Tulalip Tribes, a federally recognized Tribe, have a profound history dating back to 1855 when the Point Elliot Treaty was signed and the Tulalip Reservation was established. As part of the treaty, the Tribes ceded millions of acres of land in exchange for sovereign tribal rights and self-governance. Also, the treaty provided that the Tribes would retain our fishing, hunting, and gathering rights.

Today, the Point Elliot Treaty continues to preserve time-honored traditions, our way of life, and community stewardship. The Tulalip Police Department has a Fish & Wildlife Division, and officers in the division enforce treaty rights on the beautiful Puget Sound stretching from Seattle to Canada. Also, the officers assist all boaters in distress and emergencies.

The Tulalip Police Department is dedicated to enhancing public safety in multiple important areas such as crime prevention, traffic safety, school protection, narcotics enforcement, and improving the quality of life for all residents. Our diverse and dedicated team includes police officers, sergeants, lieutenants, detectives, K9 teams, support staff, and command staff.

Many departments throughout the Tribe work collaboratively with the police department to support public safety. The Tulalip Board of Directors provides the necessary resources for law enforcement to keep the community safe and has not wavered with their support of public safety. It’s an honor to serve the Tulalip community and work to foster a safe, thriving environment for everyone.