LAW ENFORCEMENT DIVISIONS

 

The Law Enforcement Bureau is led by Lt. Colonel Jeff Eyler, who provides overall direction and leadership for all law enforcement functions of the Sheriff’s Office. This bureau is made up of several divisions that work together to protect and serve the community through patrol, investigations, support services, and administrative functions.

 

Operations Division

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The Operations Division is where most sworn deputies serve. This division responds to calls for service, enforces laws, conducts investigations, and ensures the safety of the community.

 

Patrol Operations

​Commander: Captain Brian Woodward

Under the Patrol Operations section, deputies maintain a visible presence

throughout the county, respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, and

provide a variety of services:

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• Patrol teams

• Honor Guard

• K-9 Unit

• Community Deputies

• School Resource Officers

• Pro-Active Criminal Enforcement (PACE) Team

• Traffic Unit

• Civil Order & Firearms Surrender Programs

• Crime Prevention

• Crossing Guards

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Special Operations

Commander: Captain Sedat Caliskan 

The Special Operations section includes specialized units that provide support for investigations and critical incidents:

• Crime Analysis

• Criminal Investigations (including Internet Crimes Against Children, Fugitive Unit, Property & Persons Crimes, Victim Services, and Sex Offender Registry)

• Evidence Unit

• Pawn Unit

• Narcotics Investigations

• Crisis Negotiation Team

• SWAT Team

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Judicial Services

Commander: Captain Jason Null 

Judicial Services manages law enforcement support for the courts:

• Civil Process Unit (serving legal papers)

• Court Security Unit (ensuring safety in court facilities)

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Personnel Services

Mrs. Heather Mayton 

 
This section supports staffing and workforce development:

• Human Resources

• Recruiting

• Intern Program

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Administrative Services Division

Commander: Captain Bart Ruppenthal ​

The Administrative Services Division provides essential support functions that keep the bureau operating effectively:

 

Fiscal Services:

Ms. Renee Williard

Responsible for financial and logistical operations:

• Budget development and management

• Grants and planning

• Purchasing and quartermaster

• Billing coordination

• Agency property management

• Capital improvement projects

• Fingerprinting services

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Training Services:

Commander: Lt. Richard Balsley

Supports training and accountability for all staff:

• Deputy and civilian training programs

• Body-worn camera program

• Records section

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Technology:

Mr. Van Ha

Manages technology and systems that support law enforcement functions.

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Support Services Division

Commander: Lt. Robert Deckhut 

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The Support Services Division handles operational support that enhances public service and internal efficiency:

• Facility Management

• Fleet Management

• Records

• Public Information Specialists

• Background Investigations