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MDTA Police PatchThe Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police is nationally accredited and is the eighth largest law enforcement agency in the State of Maryland with more than 500 sworn and civilian professionals. The MDTA Police are responsible for law enforcement at the MDTA's bridge and tunnel thruways, highways, the Baltimore Washington International/Thurgood Marshall Airport and the Port of Baltimore.

The first step in joining the MDTA Police is to submit an online application. Applicants will select their own processing event date from the application. Processing events are conducted by the Recruitment and Selection Unit and will last approximately four hours.

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MDTA POLICE MISSION STATEMENT:

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police provides Safety, Security and Service in partnership with the community to all who use and work on MDTA facilities​ and other vital transportation assets located throughout Maryland. 

MDTA POLICE CORE VALUES: Dedication • Integrity • Mindfulness • Pride • Service

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In Maryland, to report suspicious or potential terrorist activity toll free, 24 hours a day, please call 1-800-492-TIPS.

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Public Calendar

Oct 20

Bay Bridge Protection Project Industry Forum

10 AM

Harry Hughes Conference Room
MDOT Headquarters
7201 Corporate Center Drive
Hanover, MD 21076

 

Marine Contractors, Engineers, and MBE Firms! Are you interested in working on the Bay Bridge Protection Project?

Join us for the MDTA Industry Forum on Monday, October 20, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 

Bay Bridge Protection Project Industry Forum - October 2025

Oct 30

MDTA Board Meeting - October 30, 2025

9 AM

Livestream

This public meeting is livestreamed and archived on the MDTA Board Meeting Homepage. The MDTA Board Meeting homepage also provides access to the meeting schedule, materials, agenda and minutes.