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Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement Divisions

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Investigative Services Division

Provides follow-up investigation of criminal activity, solve crimes, enable prosecution of criminals, recover property losses and restore justice in our communities in a professional, efficient, and compassionate manner.

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Court Security Division

The mission of the Sheriff's Court Security Division is to serve as the security arm of the Superior Court of the County of Santa Clara.

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Headquarters and Parks Patrol Division

The Headquarters Patrol Division provides 24-hour law enforcement patrol services to the unincorporated areas of Central and East San Jose as well as the areas of Mount Hamilton, San Antonio Valley, and San Felipe Valley.

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Transit Patrol Division

The Sheriff Transit Patrol Division provides contracted supplemental general law enforcement services for the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) with the primary goal of safety for VTA patrons, employees, and the security of VTA vehicles and properties.

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West Valley Patrol Division

The West Valley Patrol Division of the Sheriff’s Office proudly serves the Cities of Saratoga, Cupertino, Los Altos Hills, as well as the Western Unincorporated areas of the county from Summit Road to Moffett Field.