To protect the lives and property of Kalamazoo County citizens by enforcing State laws and local ordinances, investigating crimes, and detaining prisoners remanded to the county jail in a manner which maintains the highest degree of professional excellence, integrity, and courtesy.

To perform our law enforcement, jail and support missions in a humane manner which reflects sensitivity to the dignity and equal rights of all citizens and reinforces the values of our community.

To work in partnership with other criminal justice agencies and with citizens to insure that the quality of life in our community is preserved and that everyone receives the full measure of protection mandated by our State and Federal constitutions.