About HPS

Domestic Violence Unit

The Domestic Violence Unit networks and liaises with local shelters, community/government agencies, the Crown, Probation and Parole Services, Victim Witness Assistance Programs, local Children’s Aid Societies, and other local services and community representatives responsible for responding to issues relating to domestic violence occurrences.

The Unit acts as a liaison and advocate for Women’s Shelters.

Tuck Shop

The Call Box Tuck Shop has a dynamic array of merchandise proudly sporting the Hamilton Police Service crest.  On the clothing front are jackets, golf shirts and t-shirts in a variety of youth and adult sizes. Additional items for sale include an array of mugs, lanyards, portfolios and lunch bags.  For our latest catalogue please click here

 

Youth Services

The Youth Services division of the Hamilton Police Service is responsible for establishing, implementing and monitoring policies pertaining to youth crime. They also monitor the service’s response to youth crime to ensure consistency of dispositions.

The unit acts as a liaison with other agencies and other parts of the justice system regarding effective youth service delivery. They attend courses and seminars, read appropriate material and conduct research activities to develop expertise in youth crime.

Traffic Branch

The primary focus of the Traffic Branch is to improve traffic safety in the community through enforcement, education and community partnerships. Annually, it produces a comprehensive Traffic Safety Plan.

Traffic Branch officers consist of our Collision Reconstruction Unit; who primarily investigate near fatal or fatal collisions, our Centralized Breath Technician Unit; who provide specialized support to front line personnel in the investigation of alcohol and drug related driving offences, and our Tow Coordinator and Traffic Specialists.

Mounted Patrol Unit

The Mounted Patrol Unit (MPU) was established in January of 2010 as an operational police unit.  The officers receive a Basic Equitation riding course from the Toronto Police Service where they are educated on horsemanship, riding skills and roadwork.

Forensic Services Branch

Forensics

Forensic Investigators

 

The Forensic Services Branch provides support to all Divisions and Units of the Hamilton Police Service.  Its primary role is examining, collecting, and processing evidence found at crime scenes and any evidence turned over to Forensic Investigators.