The HPD is a large, modern law enforcement agency with many unique features that sets it apart from its counterparts in the U.S. and around the world.
Start with the “Introduction” and continue to “HPD in the ‘90s” for a brief look at our past. This section also features the history of our badge and information about past chiefs of police. We honor our officers that paid the ultimate sacrifice in our Roll of Honor. .
The HPD celebrated its 85th anniversary in 2017.
HPD History
From our roots in Hawaiian culture to our modern equipment and personnel, the HPD is like no other police department in the nation.
There is no state police in Hawaii. Each of the four counties in the state is responsible for its own police force. The City and County of Honolulu has the largest population in the state and is located on the…
