Statewide Services
The division of Statewide Service provides Alaska’s criminal justice system with technical and specialized law enforcement support. The division consists of the Criminal Justice Information Systems Program, Information Systems, and Alaska Public Safety Communication Services.
Permits & Licensing
Apply for a concealed handgun, security guard, or process serve license.
Sex Offender & Kidnapper Registry
A public central registry of persons required to register as sex offenders and child kidnappers under AS 12.63.010
Uniform Crime Reports
Explore Alaska’s official Crime in Alaska and Felony Level Sex Offense reports, offering a clear, data-driven view of crime trends and public safety across the state.
Alaska public safety communications services
APSCS supports Alaska’s Land Mobile Radio (ALMR) system.
Latest News
Quarterly Missing Indigenous Persons Report – 2026 Q2
This report summarizes missing persons cases involving Alaska Native, American Indian, and individuals of unknown race from April 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, based on data from DPS and partner law enforcement agencies.
Alaska Department of Public Safety Releases Annual Crime in Alaska Report
The Department of Public Safety has released the 2025 Crime in Alaska Report, its annual publication detailing crimes reported in Alaska. In 2025, the total number of offenses reported increased 7.2% from 2024; however since 2018, crime has decreased overall by 36.9%.
Crime in Alaska – 2025
The Alaska Crime Report provides a statewide overview of reported crime trends, law enforcement activity, and public safety data across Alaska for 2025. The report compiles information submitted by law enforcement agencies throughout the state and is intended to support transparency, public awareness, research, and informed decision-making regarding crime and public safety in Alaska.
Illegal cross-border sheep harvest leads to major convictions in the Yukon and Alaska
Two thinhorn sheep illegally harvested in a cross-border poaching case were returned to the Yukon during a May 12 to 13 meeting of enforcement officials from the Yukon and Alaska, reaffirming the territory’s ongoing partnership and collaboration in wildlife protection.
Emergency Alerts
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Call 911 in an Emergency
Find and Contact Your Closest Alaska State Trooper Office & Dispatch Center
DPS Headquarters
5700 East Tudor Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 269-5511
Report Employee Conduct
You can report employee conduct to any DPS office or employee. You can also report employee conduct securely online to the Office of Professional Standards here.