It is the mission of the Lincolnton Police Department to:
Establish meaningful working relationships by partnering with all facets of the community.
Improve police/community relations by building a bridge of trust between the police and the community, and by changing the perceptions of each toward the other.
Enhance the prevention of crime by encouraging community residents to become the eyes and ears of the police.
Reduce the fear of crime by removing physical and social signs of disorder.
Proactively eliminate criminal opportunity before people become victimized.
React and respond responsibly to calls for service from every citizen.
Find support within all branches of government, local business leaders, churches, and other resources which can be developed through communities working together.
Enhance community relations and improve upon the efficiency and effectiveness of the services provided.
Challenge all community leaders to contribute to the community’s overall quality of life through varied services consistent with rules of law and the expectations of the community.