Oklahoma Highway Patrol

Oklahoma Highway Patrol Law Enforcement / Public Safety Governor, and their families. Our Current Chief is Colonel Pat Mays, #3.
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As the premiere law enforcement agency in the state of Oklahoma, we provide safety and security to all citizens and visitors on our state's highways, interstates, turnpikes, and waterways through enforcement and education of applicable laws. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is responsible for statewide law enforcement, vehicle regulation, homeland security and for providing protection/security to the s

itting Governor, Lt. The comments and opinions of visitors posted to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol page DO NOT reflect the opinions of the Agency. All comments are monitored and OHP reserves the right to remove obscenities, off-topic comments, personal attacks, and any other inappropriate content or comments. OHP does not permit messages selling products or promoting commercial ventures, petition solicitations, political campaigning or direct sales pitches. Content on the OHP's page is subject to the Oklahoma Open Records Act and any content posted or submitted for posting is subject to public disclosure and use.

06/09/2026

In this week’s Tuesday with a Trooper, Lt Mark Southall #81 discusses the importance of always knowing your location when you’re behind the wheel.

06/09/2026

The cadets of the 52nd Cadet Lawman Academy are having a great time this week! This free, week-long program is designed for students between their junior and senior years of high school.

Throughout the academy, participants develop leadership skills while learning about the many facets of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. It’s an outstanding opportunity for teens, whether they are interested in a career in law enforcement or simply want to gain valuable life skills and experience.

We're excited to announce that applications for the 77th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy open SEPTEMBER 1ST!Stay connect...
06/07/2026

We're excited to announce that applications for the 77th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy open SEPTEMBER 1ST!

Stay connected to our social media channels for updates and additional information as the application date approaches.

Interested in becoming an Oklahoma State Trooper? Learn more at https://oklahoma.gov/dps/careers/join-the-ohp.html

Have questions? You can connect directly with an OHP recruiter through the website and even text with a recruiter to learn more about the career and application process.

Is your cargo secure? If it flies out, you can be held legally and financially responsible.An unsecured load can change ...
06/06/2026

Is your cargo secure? If it flies out, you can be held legally and financially responsible.

An unsecured load can change a life, including yours, in a split second. At highway speeds, loose items such as furniture, tools, or building materials can behave like missiles, shattering windshields and causing devastating crashes.

Even if it's not your truck, IT’S YOUR responsibility. Before you hit the open road, remember these three rules:

1. Do not rely on weight: Wind currents easily lift heavy items out of truck beds. Strap them down regardless of weight.

2. Use the right gear: Ropes loosen under pressure. Use heavy-duty ratchet straps, cargo nets, or heavy tarps to lock down items completely.

3. Do the mirror check: Look back and ask yourself if you would feel safe driving directly behind your own vehicle. If the answer is no, pull over and secure it.

Oklahoma, let’s keep our highways clear and our drivers safe. Secure your load every trip, every time.

Big day for the cadets of the 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy as they received a major milestone in their training ...
06/05/2026

Big day for the cadets of the 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy as they received a major milestone in their training journey.

With graduation still ahead on August 21, the Chief announced each cadet’s future Troop assignment across Oklahoma - giving them their first look at where they’ll begin serving once they complete the academy. After months of hard work, discipline, and preparation, those assignments make the finish line feel a little closer.

Plenty of training still ahead, but today marks a memorable step toward becoming the next generation of Oklahoma’s state troopers.

Congratulations Trooper Gary Freeny #277 on your retirement after 26 years of service with OHP and a total of 31 years ...
06/04/2026

Congratulations Trooper Gary Freeny #277 on your retirement after 26 years of service with OHP and a total of 31 years of service to the State of Oklahoma!

Trooper Freeny graduated from the 52nd OHP Academy in 2000 and started in Osage County at Troop K. He then went to Troop W (Marine Enforcement). He also spent some time with the man hunt/dog team and has served on the Oklahoma Incident Management Assistance Team.

Trooper Freeny will be staying with the State of Oklahoma after his retirement going to work for the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management as the Northeast Regional Coordinator. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors!

06/02/2026

Do reduced speed limits apply when workers are not present? In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, Lt Mark Southall #81 answers that question. Stay safe Oklahoma!

06/01/2026

Congratulations to Trooper Patrick Cantrell #410 on earning his blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! This milestone typically takes one to three years of consistent training to achieve. Trooper Cantrell, keep up the great work as you continue your jiu-jitsu journey.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has recognized the value of jiu-jitsu training since 1937. We encourage our troopers to train regularly and are grateful for the jiu-jitsu academies across Oklahoma that support and welcome them.

Thank you, Whitney, for the kind message!Our troopers know their job goes beyond simply answering the call. Serving othe...
05/31/2026

Thank you, Whitney, for the kind message!

Our troopers know their job goes beyond simply answering the call. Serving others and helping people in their time of need is at the heart of what they do every day. Whitney wrote us and said:

“I wanted to take a moment to recognize Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper Austin Martin for the kindness and professionalism he showed my family following an accident yesterday.

My two young boys were understandably scared and anxious after the crash, but Trooper Martin went above and beyond to help them feel safe and comfortable. He gave them stickers and even let them activate the lights and sirens on his patrol vehicle. What may have seemed like a small gesture made a huge impact on them during a very stressful situation.

His patience, compassion, and willingness to connect with my children helped turn a frightening experience into one they will remember positively. It also helped show them that law enforcement officers are there to help and protect people.

I truly appreciate the kindness he showed our family throughout the entire process and wanted to make sure his efforts were recognized. Trooper Martin represented the Oklahoma Highway Patrol exceptionally well, and we are grateful for his service.

Sincerely,

Whitney S.”

Keep making us proud Trooper Martin!

05/30/2026

What an incredible honor! This morning, we had the privilege of serving as the grand finale of The Route 66 Capital Cruise parade in our beloved ’37 Ford.

Tulsa came together for a truly historic celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road, with a spectacular 5.5-mile parade along historic 11th Street from Yale Avenue to Denver Avenue.

To make the day even more memorable, the event officially set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Largest Parade of Classic Cars, with an astounding 3,596 vehicles participating!

We’re grateful to have been part of such a landmark moment in Route 66 history and to share the road with thousands of fellow classic car enthusiasts.

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