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The Medford Police Department consists of nine sworn officers.
Five out of that nine are assigned to general patrol services. The department also consists of one detective and a school liaison officer.
The department is supervised by a Sergeant and the Chief of Police.
Patrol Services: Officers assigned to patrol services are responsible for various patrol duties. Some of the duties include, vehicle lockouts, traffic enforcement, business checks, responding to and investigating complaints. 911 emergency response and 24 hour patrol of the city limits.
Investigative Services: The Investigative division of the department is tasked with conducting all investigations involving property crimes (Burglary, Theft, Fraud, etc…) and crimes against persons (Assault, Rape, Robbery, Identity, etc…) Investigations is also responsible for any Narcotics investigations.
Police School Liaison Officer: The Police School Liaison Officer is a cooperative effort on behalf of the Medford Police Department and the Medford Area School District. The purpose of the effort is to ensure student health, welfare and safety by providing a safe and secure learning environment for students. The PLSO is an "On Premises" law enforcement officer within the Medford School District. The PLSO is responsible for safety talks, investigations and coordination of all other law enforcement services called upon for all grade levels in the school district.
Special Services: The police department provides a wide range of services to the community outside of the regular patrol and investigative services
Some of the services include, bike and other safety talks, a bike patrol officer during the spring and summer months, vehicle registration program. In the fall of 2006 the Medford Police Department will be assigning an officer to Salvage Vehicle Inspections
