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About LCBP

Proudly keeping the residents of Lancaster City safe since 1865.

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Learn how a career with the Lancaster City Police can help you make your mark.

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Join us for an Upcoming Event!

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  • Tuesday September 15
    11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

    Ice Cream with a Cop

  • Tuesday September 15
    6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    Virtual Police Officer Open House

  • Friday September 25
    8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    Coffee with a Cop

PLEAC

The Lancaster City Bureau of Police is an accredited law enforcement agency with the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission.

The accreditation process is a comprehensive, voluntary program that evaluates law enforcement agencies against established best practices and standards in policing. By achieving this recognition, the Lancaster City Bureau of Police has proven its adherence to the highest standards of law enforcement performance, ethics, and community service. Learn more about our PLEAC accreditation.

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