Maryland State Police Trooper

While the basic duties of a Trooper include investigating traffic accidents, issuing citations, writing reports and enforcing the laws of Maryland (see "Basic Duties", below), our Troopers do so much more. The Maryland State Police offer a full range of police services to the residents of Maryland. Not only are we responsible for the major highways in Maryland, we also patrol and respond to calls within each county. In fact, the Maryland State Police is the primary law enforcement agency in many counties across the state.

Basic Duties

Although many Troopers are assigned to specialized divisions and units, the basic duties and responsibilities of every Maryland State Trooper include:

 Enforcing the criminal and motor vehicle laws of the State of Maryland 
Investigating traffic accidents 
Investigating and completing criminal investigations 
Providing basic medical attention to ill and injured persons 
Issuing traffic citations and warnings 
Interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects 
Writing field reports 
Arresting and processing suspects 
Preparing cases for court and testifying in court

Career Opportunities

Although no candidate is selected for immediate entry into a specialized unit, the Maryland State Police offers a wide range of assignments for experienced Troopers. After graduation, field training and initial assignment to a field installation, you may request reassignment to specialized units, such as: