Colonel's Message
On behalf of the men and women of the Maine State Police, I would like to welcome you to our website.
I want to thank you for taking the time to visit and hope you take the time to explore the site and
learn more about who we are.
The Maine State Police was established in 1925 in order to enforce the laws of Maine in the rural areas.
We have a proud tradition of providing police services to the citizens of the State of Maine.
Using our core values of INTEGRITY, FAIRNESS, COMPASSION, and EXCELLENCE as our guide; we strive
to set the example for all to follow. As Colonel, it is my honor to have the opportunity to
lead this fine organization and continue to provide the exceptional service the people of Maine
have come to expect.
To provide this high level of service, it takes exceptional people and the men and women of the
Maine State Police are some of the very best. Our history is storied and the examples of
outstanding performance are many, but we also need to look to the future.
The State Police is always looking for new employees who have the will to set high goals
and the drive to achieve them. If you are of high integrity and unquestionable character,
and are interested in a career in law enforcement, please explore the jobs and training
pages to see if you have what it takes to be a Maine State Trooper.
I hope that the time you spend on this site will be well served.
As you will see, the Maine State Police is a diverse agency providing critical services to Maine.
We do our best and strive for excellence in order to make our state a safer place to live.
Colonel Patrick J. Fleming
Patrick.J.Fleming@maine.gov
