The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

As a member of the United States Capitol Police (USCP), you are part of something extraordinary. From patrolling the grounds, to dignitary protection, to our K-9 unit, bomb squad, and intelligence operations, the USCP offers an exciting career in law enforcement like no other.

Non-Emergency Police Services on the Capitol Campus (24 hours a day) (202) 224-5151. Lost and Found (202) 225-4200. Public Information Office (202) 224-1677 or [email protected]. Watch Commander's Office (202) 224‐0908. Recruiting (202) 593-4236 or [email protected]. Credentialing and Background Investigations (202) 593‐4236 or Background ...

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) dates the Department's founding to 1828, the year police regulations in Washington, D.C., were expanded to include the Capitol and its grounds. This empowered the four Capitol watchmen with full law enforcement authority.

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The United States Capitol Police (USCP) dates back to 1800 when the Congress moved from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. A lone watchman, John Golding, was hired to protect the Capitol Building.

Jan 8, 2025 · A team of United States Capitol Police (USCP) officers arrested a man who was trying to get into the U.S. Capitol with a flare gun, torch lighter and bottles of fuel.

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Please follow U.S. Capitol Police directions, posted street signs, and/or illuminated message boards to facilitate your visit to Capitol Hill. Additional information can be obtained by calling the U.S. Capitol Police at (202) 224-1677 or by emailing [email protected] .

Eligibility: To become a U.S. Capitol Police Officer, you must meet these requirements: U.S. Citizenship Must be 21 years old, but not older than 39 years old at the time of appointment (or 40 years old if the applicant turns 40 in the same month as their initial appointment)