California Highway Patrol

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is a law enforcement agency of the state of California. The purpose of the CHP is to ensure safety and enforce traffic laws on all California highways and unincorporated areas within the state of California. The CHP promotes traffic safety by inspecting commercial vehicles, as well as inspecting and certifying school buses, ambulances, and other specialized vehicles.

California Highway Patrol Media

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  The Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle replaced the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor in 2013.

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  Members of the CHP SWAT Team

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  California Highway Patrol Headquarters in Sacramento

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  California Highway Patrol campaign hat

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  5 Gold Stars, Army arrangement.

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  5 Gold Stars

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  4 Gold Stars

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  3 Gold Stars

• 2 Gold Stars

• CHP badge; this is for retired officer #11643. Active duty badges are exactly the same, with the "Retired" banner not applied.