The Police Department is a part of Norfolk State University’s Department of police and Administration. The Department performs a variety of law enforcement tasks, including investigation of criminal activity, apprehension of criminals, traffic enforcement, emergency response, and special security assignments. As needed, the Department coordinates criminal investigations with the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of State Police.

As part of the community policing/crime prevention efforts, Norfolk State University Police Department provides seminars on a variety of topics, as well as promote safety measures, which include: Operation Identification, survey and statistical information on critical safety and security measures, poster campaigns, and the distribution of brochures and safety fliers.

Access to Campus Facilities

With the exception of the residence halls, most of the University’s campus facilities operate under an open concept, allowing freedom of movement for members of the Norfolk State University community. The campus and residence halls are patrolled 24 hours per day, seven days a week. In addition, police and security officers check buildings regularly. 

For information regarding how to report a crime, contact University Police at (757) 823-8102.