Lincoln Police Department 2013 Annual Report

Specialty functions CRIME SCENE TECHNICIANS Crime scene technicians have developed specific expertise in order to process major crime scenes. In today’s world of technology forensic evidence is becoming more and more important to processing crime scenes. In order to maintain proficiency, the unit trains, at a minimum, nine times a year.

FIELD FORCE The Lincoln Police Department maintains a Field Force to provide an organized response to actual or potential disturbances caused by large groups of disorderly persons which cannot be safely resolved by standard response techniques.

HONOR GUARD The Lincoln Police Department recognizes the need to maintain an Honor Guard consisting of Lincoln Police Department commissioned officers to participate in ceremonial events enhancing the image of the Department or to honor/memorialize a distinguished person or group.

LINCOLN METRO CLAN LAB TEAM This team, consisting of members of LPD, Nebraska State Patrol and Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, assures an organized and well-planned response to the dismantling and collection of evidence at suspected methamphetamine clandestine laboratory operations.

MARKSMANSHIP/PISTOL TEAM The Marksmanship Team was established to increase officer awareness of good marksmanship and provide an incentive for officers to attain their maximum potential with side arms. The team travels to compete against other law enforcement agencies across the country.

SWAT TEAM The Special Weapons and Tactics Team responds to high-risk situations requiring specialized tactics and coordination. The purpose of the team is to accomplish its objectives with minimal risk to officers and citizens.

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