Patrol/ Investigations

Officers are assigned to a patrol shift under general supervision with the expressed goal of providing public assistance; answer calls related to traffic incidents and other emergencies; enforce laws and ordinances; maintain order; prevent crime; prepare reports on activities performed; testify and present evidence in court; provide backup assistance for other officers and personnel; collect, preserve, and maintain evidence, found property and property for safekeeping; serve warrants and subpoenas and performs other related activities as needed or required. Officers are required to complete follow-up investigations on their cases and investigate each incident thoroughly.

 

The School and Youth Resources Section

DUE TO BUDGETARY RESTRICTIONS THE OFFICER POSITION FOR THIS SECTION IS VACANT

The School and Youth Resources Section is a section within the Winters Police Department assigned to handle most youth related issues. The issues consist of investigating crimes against children and crimes committed by juveniles. The section also is in charge of the juvenile diversion program and serves as a liaison between the Police Department and the Winters Joint Unified School District. The School and Youth Resources Section is a support position for the department and responds as a backup officer when needed.

The Winters Police Department has partnered with the Winters Joint Unified School District, Yolo County District Attorney Office, Yolo County Probation Department, and Yolo County Child Welfare Services, and Winters Community Groups to participate in School Administrative Review Board (SARB) meetings. These meetings provide a chance for students with truancy issues to undergo District Attorney Mitigation before their cases are turned over for prosecution under the California Education and Welfare Codes. Each participating agency is given the opportunity to provide their services to parents and students.

Reserve Officer Program

The WInters Police Department currently has four reserve Officers

Reserve Officers are on call for emergency situations where additional manpower is necessary. In addition to emergency use, reserves can be used for general law enforcement duties, projects, and assistance with special programs. All duties can be performed on a day to day basis, or scheduled in advance.

The Winters Police Department has had an active Reserve Officer Program for over 20 years. Some of our Reserve Officers have gone on to become full time Officers with Winters and other agencies.

Please visit the Police Officer Standards and Training web site for more information regarding the Reserve Officer Program and the training requirements for Reserve Officers.