Mission and Values
During the spring of 1993, the administration of the Utah Highway Patrol adopted a mission statement and six values representing the six points of the badge.
The mission of the Utah Highway Patrol is to provide quality police services and to protect the constitutional rights of all people in Utah.
The values of the UHP are integrity, professionalism, service, knowledge, teamwork, and courage. Value statements for each of these points are as follows:
Integrity
We are sincere and honest.
We fulfill every promise and commitment.
We are above reproach in dealing with the public, fellow officers, and ourselves.
Professionalism
We will exceed all standards set forth by our profession.
We allow only those of exemplary character to enter or remain in our ranks.
We present an appearance that inspires confidence in our ability.
Service
We will meet the police service needs of every person we encounter.
We serve the people of the state of Utah by enforcing the law impartially, consistently, and without discrimination.
We deliver service that reflects a concern for the quality of life in our communities.
Knowledge
We will continually improve our performance through education and training.
We recognize our profession is changing and vow to stay on the cutting edge.
We encourage continuous education to maximize individual and organizational development.
Teamwork
We are united in purpose and effort.
We share ideas and information through open and honest communication.
We are accountable to our community and to our fellow officers.
Courage
We face danger with confidence, resolution, and bravery.
We face hardship resolute in our commitment to serve.
We make decisions based on our organizational values. During the spring of 1993, the administration of the Utah Highway Patrol adopted a mission statement and six values representing the six points of the badge.