Sheriff's Civil Process

The Sycamore Police Department is comprised of several divisions, including administration, auxiliary, bike patrol, chaplains, community services, crossing guards, investigation, patrol, records and parking and tactical response. The department provides law enforcement throughout the city of Sycamore, Ill., and is a division of the city s government. The department s primary responsibilities include providing enforcement of laws that relate to crimes against persons and property, as well as initiating investigations into such crimes. It also enforces codes and ordinances pertaining to traffic and parking. In addition, the department participates in programs that are geared toward community awareness and crime prevention. The police department maintains records and compiles reports regarding emergency calls, types of reported crimes and offender registrations. It also files reports on behalf of residents pertaining to crimes and traffic accidents.

Established in 1998, The Kenosha County Detention Center serves secure housing needs by employing a direct supervision method of secure detention for sentenced individuals and inmates. It is a 1500-plus-bed facility that has a capacity of more than 1200 inmates. Located in Kenosha, Wis., the center operates under the Kenosha Sheriff's Department. The Kenosha Sheriff's Department also operates a pretrial detention facility that is comprised of over 80 members. It maintains a K-9 unit that is responsible for is responsible for detecting drugs, searching for suspects and missing people, and tracking and handler protection. In addition, the department organizes a student police academy that offers law enforcement education programs in drug laws, patrol and court procedures, and domestic abuse and sexual assault investigations.