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The Department of Public Safety/ÀϾÅÆ·²è Police is staffed 24 hours a day to meet the needs of the ÀϾÅÆ·²è community. The Department of Public Safety/ÀϾÅÆ·²è Police coordinates all requests for assistance relative to crime, including threats, theft, personal safety, medical emergencies, harassment, fire, vehicular mishaps, catastrophic weather emergencies, domestic disturbances, and other police-related matters. The Department of Public Safety/ÀϾÅÆ·²è Police works collaboratively with the Environmental Health and Safety Office to support campus security and safety.

As Law Enforcement Officers, the mission is to uphold and enforce appropriate Federal, State, and local laws as well as University-imposed rules and regulations. As Peace Officers, the responsibilities include preserving the peace at the University and instituting police procedures that ensure that order is maintained as the University undertakes its mission.

University Police have jurisdiction over all University facilities, premises, and property. The Department of Public Safety/ÀϾÅÆ·²è Police receives its police authority through Louisiana Revised Statute 17:1805.

The ÀϾÅÆ·²è Police Officers are State-Commissioned Officers (Louisiana Department of Campus Safety and Corrections) and follow standard police operating procedures including those of arrest. Additionally, the enforcement of University policies, procedures, and other matters specific to University life are given high priority.