The mission of the Greenwood Police Department is to consistently deliver the highest level of professional law enforcement services to our community. This includes assisting in preserving peace and preventing criminal activity through effective partnerships with the citizens we proudly serve.
The motto of the Greenwood Police Department is "Courage, Integrity, and Character".
Courage is the ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation, regardless of the risks involved. It involves standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity or personal sacrifice. For the Greenwood Police Department, courage means taking bold actions to ensure the safety and well-being of the community we serve.
Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. It involves consistently adhering to ethical standards and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. For the Greenwood Police Department, integrity means maintaining transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness in all actions and interactions with the community.
Character is the set of moral and ethical qualities that define a person’s behavior and decisions. It includes attributes like honesty, respect, responsibility, and fairness. For the Greenwood Police Department, character means demonstrating these qualities consistently, serving as role models for the community, and upholding the highest standards of conduct in both personal and professional life.