Executive Director, Mark Allen
(601) 977-3700
The division of Public Safety Planning is made up of four components:
OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS
Joyce Word, Office Director
(601) 977-3700
OFFICE OF STANDARDS & TRAINING
Robert D. Davis, Office Director
(601) 977-3774
MISSISSIPPI OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY
Shirley Thomas, Office Director
(601) 977-3717
MISSISSIPPI LEADERSHIP COUNCIL ON AGING
Wayne Parker, Office Director
(601) 977-3768
The division is charged with overseeing of state grants in the areas of criminal justice and crime prevention. The division oversees training programs for law enforcement to prevent crimes against seniors and safety programs between law enforcement and the elderly.