Peter Lauritson was a vice admiral at Starfleet Command in 2363.

He was listed in this capacity on the dedication plaque of the starship USS Enterprise-D. (Star Trek: The Next Generation)

In 2353, Lauritson was listed on a directory placard as having an office in room 25882 on Starbase 32.

In 2368, Lauritson resided in the Alpha Municipality on Nel III. He was treated at Taylor Hospital on this planet that year for a coma of unknown cause. It was later discovered, Lauritson had been the victim of a telepathic memory invasion by the Ullian Jev. (TNG: "Violations")