The Citizens On Patrol (C.O.P.) Program of DeSoto, Texas is comprised of trained, uniformed volunteers who are dedicated to community involvement and working hand in hand with the DeSoto Police Department.  They perform specified duties and assignments to insure the safety of the citizens and make DeSoto a better place to live and work.  The C.O.P.s assist, support and participate in operational activities of the DeSoto Police in their development and maintenance of a positive relationship between the Department, the DeSoto citizens and business and the City of DeSoto.