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The values of the Brentwood Police Department are driven by the expectation that we will maintain, with highest regard, our core values of integrity, honesty, professionalism, respect, and compassion in the performance of all duties.

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Welcome to the Brentwood, TN Police Department

The values of the Brentwood Police Department are driven by the expectation that we will maintain, with highest regard, our core values of integrity, honesty, professionalism, respect, and compassion in the performance of all duties.

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New Faces and New Roles at BPD

Published on June 19, 2025

On May 27, the City of Brentwood celebrated a few new faces among its first responder ranks. During that evening’s City Commission meeting, a new police officer took the oath of office, and two recently promoted police officers received their new badges.

Former College Athletes Become Newest BPD Officers

Published on June 19, 2025

On April 14, three former college athletes stopped by the Brentwood City Commission meeting to officially become the City’s three newest police officers. That evening, Mason Lundgrin, Maggie McCord, and Connor Smith took the oath of office while Brentwood Police Chief Jim Colvin shared their athletic exploits with the City Commission.

Three suspects arrested in connection to Brentwood robberies

Published on June 19, 2025

Earlier this week, detectives with Brentwood’s Criminal Investigations Division noted that a recent burglary in the Witherspoon subdivision was consistent with other recent burglaries in Brentwood and Nashville. A joint investigation by Brentwood Police, Metro Nashville Police, and other law enforcement agencies quickly identified suspects associated with the burglaries.
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  • Property List
  • Tactical Response Team (TRT)
  • Property and Evidence
  • Departmental Awards The Brentwood Police Department honors the achievements and efforts of its personnel and commendable actions of citizens through a departmental awards program.
  • Municipal Court Lorem
  • Divisions Lorem
  • Criminal Investigations Division The division's main duty is to investigate criminal activity once a crime has been reported. The Criminal Investigations Division also conducts proactive investigations and covert operations in an attempt to deter criminal activity before it occurs.
  • Emergency Communications The Brentwood Emergency Communications Center operates 24/7, handling all police and fire calls. With advanced technology, it ensures prompt and efficient responses to emergencies and non-emergencies.
  • Training Division The Training Coordinator is responsible for the development of training courses, scheduling of training classes, and documentation of the training attended by all personnel, and the annual session of the Citizen’s Police Academy.
  • Police Headquarters Brentwood's 56,000 sq. ft. Police Headquarters is a state-of-the-art facility uniting all police divisions under one roof, enhancing community safety and accessibility.
  • Command Staff Meet the Brentwood Police Command Staff, led by Chief Jim Colvin. They are the dedicated team ensuring safety and excellence in law enforcement for the Brentwood community.
  • Directed Enforcement Team
  • K9 Unit
  • Why Brentwood Video Series Why should you become a Brentwood Police Officer? You'll find plenty of reasons here, from the amazing community support you'll receive to the camaraderie and professionalism of our entire department.
  • Employment Join a top-paying, supportive team dedicated to community service and professional growth. Discover benefits, training, and how to apply.
  • Crime Scene Technicians The Brentwood Police Department’s Crime Scene Technicians are sworn police officers of the Field Services Division and perform crime scene duties as an additional responsibility.
  • Field Operations Division The Field Operations Division is the largest and most visible part of the Brentwood Police Department, providing 24-hour patrols and proactive law enforcement to prevent crimes and protect life and property.
  • Employment Materials Find out more about how to become a Brentwood Police Officer.
  • Field Training Program
  • Support Services Division The Technical/Support Services Division, under the command of Captain Jimmy Campbell, encompasses several organizational functions within the department.
  • Accreditation
  • Police Records Copies of most police incident reports and accident reports are available for free at the Records window. Copies are usually available five to seven business days following the incident being reported.
  • About It is the mission of the Brentwood Police Department to promote a desirable quality of life to the citizens of this community by enforcing the law in a fair and impartial manner recognizing the constitutional rights of all persons.
  • Contact Us For inquiries and assistance, the Brentwood Police Department provides various contact options for different needs, ensuring community support and accessibility.
  • Crime Tips Report ongoing criminal activity in Brentwood, TN, through BPDTips. This service is for non-urgent tips to help the police in their investigations.
  • Emergency Alert Notifications
  • Honoring our Retirees
  • Special Events Whether it’s a small neighborhood walk, a charity run, or a large 5K, the Brentwood Police Department will make every effort to ensure that your event is as safe and enjoyable.
  • Citation Fines/Costs & Other Information Compliance Violations are those offenses such as Vehicle Light Law, Registration Law, No DL on Person, etc. Charges are dismissed with a $15.00 Administrative Court Fee once the Violator proves to the court they have complied with the violation. If the Violator does not prove compliance at or before the assigned court date, the total Fines/Costs will be $100.00 for all such offenses.
  • D.A.R.E.
  • Neighborhood Watch
  • Women's Self Defense Training The Brentwood Police Department offers a women's self defense class. Our instructors teach well rounded multiple discipline curriculum that will aid women in becoming more situationally aware and provide a basic understanding of self defense principles and how to apply them in real world situations.
  • Privacy Policy and Disclaimer
  • Accessibility
  • Community Services The Crime Prevention/Community Services Division handles D.A.R.E. programs, CPTED, women's self-defense, C.R.A.S.E., and defensive tactics instruction for Brentwood.
  • City of Brentwood
  • Alarm Registration
  • Hire an Officer Information on this page pertains to organizations or individuals interested in hiring an extra-duty Brentwood Police Officer to render police-related services, such as traffic control or security.
  • Drug Drop Box The City of Brentwood has partnered with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Dangerous Drugs Task Force to provide two prescription drug drop boxes in the city.
  • History The Brentwood Police Department has grown from a small team to over 60 officers. It achieved international accreditation and continues to uphold high standards in law enforcement.
  • Vacation Watch
  • CPA Application
  • Citizen Police Academy The Brentwood Citizen Police Academy is designed to offer residents a 'behind the scenes' look at how the police department operates. Students will participate in practical exercises, including traffic stops, building searches, firearms familiarization and others.
  • Victim Rights

BY THE NUMBERS

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Number one safest city in Tennessee

90

Police Staff Members

7

Average response time is under seven minutes

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