Divisions
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division
The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) is responsible for enforcing all state and federal regulations pertaining to commercial motor vehicles (CMV’s) operating within the state. It is also responsible for conducting and managing Indiana’s school bus inspection program, safety audits of motor carriers, and enforcing Indiana’s dyed fuel laws.
The following sites will provide more detailed information about programs administered by the division.
Enforcement Programs
Inspection Programs: School Buses | Day Care Transportation
SuperLoad Escorts
Communications
The Communications Division is responsible for the design and repair of equipment such as fixed, mobile and portable radios, towers, cellular and traditional telephones, pagers, sirens and faxes. Division personnel also advise members of the Project Hoosier SAFE-T team on the design and build out of the statewide voice and data communications system. For more information about the statewide communications system, visit the Project Hoosier SAFE-T site.
Criminal Investigation Division
Clandestine lab team members prepare to enter a methamphetamine lab The Criminal Investigation Division is responsible for investigating major crimes, conducting specialized investigations, and providing investigative support. Division personnel also assist local, state and federal agencies on a variety of investigative matters.
The Division is staffed with over 200 police and 56 civilian personnel. The Division has investigative personnel at each of the eighteen districts along with personnel that are assigned to Special Investigations, Criminal Intelligence, and Drug Enforcement.
- Criminal Field Operation
- Special Investigation Section
- Criminal Intelligence Section
- Drug Enforcement Section
Meth Suppression Section
- Respond to clandestine lab sites for processing and clean up
- Training on the dangers of methamphetamine labs
ISP Meth Hotline
1-800-453-4756
Operations Support
Comprised of two sections, Field Operations and Aviation, the Field Enforcement Division oversees special enforcement projects, the Problem Oriented Policing program, 24-hour Operations Center and numerous special details. The division also coordinates training and equipment needs for each of the department's specialty teams.
Aviation
The Aviation Section provides air support for law enforcement and other agencies across the state. With a fleet of 14 aircraft, the section assists with traffic enforcement, fugitive and victim search and rescue, criminal surveillance and disaster assessments.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team is regularly called on by both local and federal law enforcement agencies to dispose of explosive devices and outdated chemicals. The team, which includes 11 certified bomb technicians and more than 35 members trained in Explosive Ordnance Recognition, averages between 25 and 30 render safes or disarmed devices per year.
Emergency Response Team
The Emergency Response Team responds to high-risk incidents, such as hostage situations, barricaded subjects, prison disturbances and rescue missions. To be part of the team, members must demonstrate proficiency in weapons and specialized equipment, unarmed defense techniques, building entry and clearance, rappelling and field search.
Interdiction Team
Reducing the volume of illegal drugs trafficked through Indiana is the primary responsibility of the Interdiction Team. Team members are trained to watch for common signs used to identify drug traffickers and often use specially trained canines to assist with searches.
Hostage/Crisis Negotiators
Hostage/Crisis Negotiators use their extensive interview and interrogation experience to defuse hostage and other crisis situations. Team members train quarterly and work in conjunction with the Emergency Response Team.
Scuba
The Scuba team provides the public with a highly professional, trained and equipped service capable of extending almost all aspects of forensic investigation and recovery underwater. They specialize in responding to calls including drownings and life threatening incidents.
Fiscal
The Fiscal Division oversees the department's operating budget of approximately $105 million from state and federal funds. Monies are administered and monitored through four primary sections, Grant Management, Payroll, Procurement and Research.
Human Resources
The Human Resources Division recruits and processes all new employees and oversees the department's pension and insurance programs. Additionally, the division manages the promotional testing and application processes. For more information about becoming a state trooper, visit our Career Opportunities site. To obtain an application for a civilian position visit www.in.gov/isp/2741.htm.
Retirement Calculators:
Click to download the following books:
Health, Dental and Vision Booklet
Pension Trust Agreement
Supplemental Agreement
Police Promotion System Guide-2008
Pay Matrixes:
MCI Matrix - Effective 07-2007
MCI Matrix - Effective 07-2008
CPS Matrix - Effective 07-2007
CPS Matrix - Effective 07-2008
Sworn Matrix - Effective 07-2007
Sworn Matrix - Effective 07-2008
Criminal Justice Data
The Information Technology Division is the control center for the department's data processing and computer systems. With responsibilities ranging from updating and supporting department software to disseminating critical information to the field, the division plays a vital role within the department. Among their many responsibilities, division personnel are also responsible for oversight of the Missing Children's Clearinghouse. For more information on the clearinghouse, visit the Missing Children's Clearinghouse site.
Laboratory Division
DNA analysis being performed
Management and Field Support Section
- Responsible for the management of four regional laboratories and the evidence systems within their regions.
- Interaction with prosecutors, judicial officials and agency heads on a variety of criminal justice issues.
- Crime scene support
- Evidence security and tracking
- Photography requests
Laboratory Management
Field Support Services
Microscopic examination being conducted - Trace evidence
- Fibers
- Glass
- Fire debris
- Paint
- Controlled substance identification
- Clandestine laboratory investigations
- Screening of evidence
- Safe handling of chemicals and material
- Hazardous waste disposal and neutralization
- Analysis and testimony
- DNA examinations
- Convicted Offender Data Base (CODIS): This database consists of DNA profiles of convicted offenders. It provides the means to link unsolved serial offenses and to identify previously convicted offenders that resume the commission of violent crimes after their release.
Microanalysis Unit
Drug Unit
Biology Unit
Investigative Support Section
- Handwriting comparisons
- Indented writing
- Mechanical examinations of typewriters, ribbons, printers, etc.
- Criminal investigative examinations
- Applicant testing
- Latent fingerprint examinations
- Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS): This database compares fingerprints recovered from crime scenes to a database of previously arrested offenders.
- Photography Unit
- Firearms examinations
- Toolmark examinations
- Serial number restoration
- Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS): This database compares microscopic digital images of marks placed on bullets and fired cartridge casings. Bullets and casings recovered from unsolved crimes and from firearms seized due to illegal activity are compared to one another to establish whether they were fired from a common weapon.
Forensic Document Unit
Polygraph Unit
Forensic Fingerprint Identification Unit
Forensic Firearms and Toolmark Identification
Logistics
The Logistics Division ensures the department has the necessary equipment for its day-to-day operations. Division personnel maintain a fleet of approximately 1,800 vehicles and take care of more than 90 buildings throughout the state. Personnel are also responsible for issuing equipment and supplies as well as doing most of the department's printing.
Records
Records Division personnel gather, maintain and disseminate criminal history data on individuals arrested within the state. Serving as the department's central repository, the division is responsible for firearms licensing, maintaining vehicle crash records and processing criminal background checks. To learn more about the state's firearm regulations, visit the Firearms Licensing page and to obtain an online criminal history check, visit the Limited Criminal History page.
To request a copy of a crash report, visit http://buycrash.com/.
To obtain reports via mail:
Holt, Sheets & Associates
Atten: Denise Clark
374 Meridian Parke Lane, Suite B
Greenwood, IN 46142
317-215-8300
To obtain a valuable metal dealer report form please visit, http://www.in.gov/icpr/webfile/formsdiv/52776.pdf
Training
The Training Division provides instruction and certification for all department employees and oversees the operation of the department's Recruit Academy. Through the division, employees receive instruction in investigations, management, defensive tactics, health management, firearms and crash investigations. Division employees also teach in-service training programs to update personnel about changes in state laws and current issues.
Recruit Academy
During the 27-week Recruit Academy, cadets receive over 800 hours of structured training in law enforcement techniques. Their curriculum includes 80 hours of criminal law instruction, 50 hours of vehicle operations training, 30 hours of psychology and 48 hours of "Survival Spanish." They also develop skills in criminal investigation, vehicle crash investigation and impaired driver prevention and detection.
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