Police protection, Local government, General government administration, Local government
Salinas Police Department
Salinas Police Department comprises patrol division, traffic, detective and records bureau and communications department. The department offers various services to the residents, including traffic enforcement, neighborhood watch and business coalition meetings, community problem-solving activities, on-going police training and various other law enforcement functions. Its detective bureau provides follow-up investigations on various criminal matters. Commanded by a chief of police, the department comprises a detective sergeant, full-time investigators, civilian court liaisons, and civilian crime analysts. Its detective bureau handles specific assignments, such as the investigation of crimes against persons, juvenile and sexual assaults, forgery and checks, residential and commercial burglaries, and auto theft and miscellaneous crimes. Located in Salinas, Calif., its specialized units include special weapons and tactics, k9 and crisis negotiation teams, and field training officer programs. Additionally, the department provides online information on abandoned vehicles, alcohol regulations, barking dog complaints, miscellaneous animal ordinances, and noise and parking complaints.
