North Dakota Highway Patrol is a statewide law enforcement agency that protects residents lives and their property, promotes traffic safety and provides public safety services. It offers investigation of traffic crashes, aid in highway breakdowns, background checks, driver tests and vehicle inspections. With an office location in Bismarck, N.D., North Dakota Highway Patrol also provides emergency response and support services to the public and criminal justice community. The law enforcement agency operates a training academy that features a multipurpose room, administrative office and dormitory rooms. In addition, North Dakota Highway Patrol provides a variety of online services, such as vehicle permits, road condition information, patch requests and traffic safety tips.