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Chapter SixteenSpecialized Units

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2S.W.A.T.Special Weapons And Tactics (S.W.A.T.) is utilized for high risk operations.S.W.A.T. members are required to participate in additional training.They are subject to callout 24/7.

3GangsResponsible to catalog and track known gang members.Gathers intelligence on current trends and members.Valuable unit in apprehending gang offenders.

4Narcotics UnitResponsible for detection, targeting, and eradication of illegal drugs.

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6Narcotics UnitResponsible for detection, targeting, and eradication of illegal drugs.Provide assistance for other officers in areas of expertise. i.e. preparation/writing search warrants

7Vice SquadResponsible for detection and appre-hension of all violations of vicerelated ordinances. This includes prostitution, Gambling, sexually oriented businesses,pornography, tavern and bar checks, licensing and work cards for above businesses and employees.

8Canine UnitsK-9 Team is composed of a trained dog and the dogs Deputy/handler The dog lives with its handlerThey work nights but can be called out during the dayFunctions include: apprehension, crowd control, clearing buildings, and searches for suspects, drugs, bombs, evidence.

9 Community Oriented Policing(COP)Have numerous functions and assignments.Neighbor liaisonAssigned specific geographical area.Neighborhood problem solver.

10Search and RescueComposed mostly of civilian volunteers.Highly skilled individualsMountain rescueWater rescueAvalanche rescueAssists law enforcement in:Lost childrenDowned aircraftLost hikerMany other searches

11Collision Analysis Reconstruction Team (C.A.R.T)Experienced accident investigators.State of the art equipmentInvestigates fatal and serious injury accidents.Can diagram crime scenes such as homicides

12Court ServicesResponsible for security in courthouses and courtrooms.Starts each session of court.Maintains order in court.Helps jury members (lunch, etc.)Serves civil papers.

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Training

The training unit schedules, provides, and supervises training of department deputies to insure that all officers in the office meet the training standard set by law.14

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17Criminal Intelligence UnitThe CIU acts as a repository and clearinghouse for information.18Chaplain CorpsCivilian volunteer religious ministers from various churches.On call to assist deputies.Provide spiritual and inspirational guidance.Notify next of kin when needed.

19Reserve CorpsComposed of civilian volunteers.Have certification through POST.Special Function Reserve Officer, have police powers when working under supervision of certified police officer.Perform numerous duties.20

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