Chief of Police
Police Chief Lawrence Revell
Lawrence Revell, one of Tallahassee’s most experienced and respected law enforcement professionals, was sworn in as Chief of Police for the City of Tallahassee on January 6, 2020. He has served with the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) for 28 years, earning two Medals of Bravery (2007 and 1997) and two Meritorious Service Awards (2008 and 1996).
Chief Revell aims to strengthen TPD for the betterment of every Tallahassee resident. As a Tallahassee native with vast community knowledge and strong relationships with both law enforcement and civic partners, he has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to the Tallahassee community throughout his life and professional career.
During his career with TPD, Chief Revell has worked in nearly every division, including patrol, TAC, high risk offenders, financial crimes, criminal investigations and the chaplain program, among others. Because of his keen professional insight and experience, he also has served since 2016 as the Chair for the Department of Homeland Security Domestic Security Coordinating Group – Specialty Response Teams for the state of Florida, a group that encompasses all specialty teams (SWAT, Aviation, Hazmat, etc.) throughout the state.
Chief Revell earned his associate’s degree from Florida A&M University, while also playing baseball for the school. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and his master’s degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
Beyond the badge, Chief Revell continues his commitment to community. For more than 20 years, he has volunteered as a youth sports coach. He has also been instrumental in the City’s Habitat for Humanity home builds, providing manual labor and coordinating volunteers from TPD. As a man of faith, he is actively involved in his church.