Careers

Uniformed officers

Sheriffs and deputy sheriff

Responsible for maintaining general law and order, usually in unincorporated districts and counties. They may also be responsible for patrolling courthouses, guarding courts and safely escorting defendants among their everyday duties.

Investigators

Responsible for analyzing criminal cases and gathering related facts and evidence. Detectives usually specialize in one particular area of crime investigation such as fraud or homicide. They are usually assigned work on a rotating basis and continue with their case until an arrest or a trial verdict is reached or until the case is dropped.