2006 DPS Annual Report - Arizona Department of Public Safety

Director’s message
The mission of the Arizona Department
of Public Safety is to protect human life
and property by enforcing state laws,
deterring criminal activity, assuring
highway and public safety and providing
vital scientific, technical and operational
support to other criminal justice
agencies.
Dear Governor Napolitano and the citizens of Arizona:
It is my privilege to submit to you the Arizona Department of Public Safety’s annual report for fiscal
year 2006. The activities and major accomplishments contained in this report reflect the quality and
dedication of the members of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Although one of our primary missions is focused on highway safety throughout Arizona, this report
demonstrates the wide array of comprehensive services and programs we provide for our citizens and
those visiting the state.
Members of the Arizona Department of Public Safety are dedicated professionals who take
tremendous pride in their work, although their labors may go unnoticed. This report is a summary of
their efforts to improve public safety and enhance the quality of life in Arizona.
Thank you for your support and assistance during 2006. The Arizona Department of Public Safety
will continue to be a leader in the law enforcement community; driven by our dedication to professional
service, our core values, and our commitment to the citizens we serve.
Sincerely,
Roger Vanderpool
Director
Arizona Department of Public Safety
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