SMC Police Department

Committed to your safety and well‐being

Welcome Students, Faculty, Staff, and Guests of Santa Monica College

The Santa Monica College Police Department is committed to your safety and well‐being. We pride ourselves in serving this diverse community through professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence.

“Safety for the College Community” is our motto; we want you to know that your police department is here to assist you with pursuing your academic endeavors.

The SMCPD is a California P.O.S.T. Certified Agency with highly trained officers and support personnel committed to the highest standards of professionalism and service. We invite you to stop by and take advantage of our services and to explore our website.

We understand the importance of community engagement and believe it truly takes a village to keep us safe. It is our hope that we work together — so remember, if you see something, say something. We look forward to serving you in the future.

Johnnie Adams,

Chief of Police
Santa Monica Community College District

En Santa Mónica College, la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, facultad, y personal es siempre nuestra primera prioridad. Con la ayuda de otros departamentos, tenemos gran cantidad de personas dedicadas a mantener este campus seguro y protegido. Sin embargo, un campus verdaderamente seguro se puede alcanzar unicamente con la cooperación de todos los estudiantes, facultad, y personal.

Muchas gracias,
Johnnie Adams
Jefe de la Policia de Santa Mónica College

Necesita ayuda en español? Visite el Departmento de la Policia de Santa Monica College.

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LiveSafe

LiveSafe is a personal safety mobile app that Santa Monica College is providing to all students, faculty, and staff to download for free. The app provides a quick, convenient, and discreet way to communicate directly with Santa Monica College safety officials, enhancing your overall safety and allowing Santa Monica College Police to better protect you.

Transparency and Public Documents

Assembly Bill 481

California Assembly Bill (AB) 481 requires California law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of a Military Equipment Use Policy by their applicable governing body prior to taking certain actions related to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment as defined by the legislature.

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