2013 Annual Report DCSO by Douglas County Sheriff's Office

2013 Annual Report

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office *LEADERSHIP * *INTEGRITY * *SERVICE EXCELLENCE* This is a pledge by the men and women of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office to continually strive to ensure the public’s safety through a renewed emphasis on community policing, partnerships, and continuing our dedication to the safety of our children, schools, neighborhoods and businesses.

OUR VISION

BE THE LEADER in Public Safety.

MISSION STATEMENT To provide professional SERVICE through EXCELLENCE in our devotion to duty, personal integrity, collaboration and community partnerships.

OUR VALUES Judgment, Unity, Skill, Trust, Ingenuity, Courage, Empowerment = JUSTICE.

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office 2013 Annual Report CONTENTS: Mission, Vision, Values

Message from Sheriff David A. Weaver

Message from Undersheriff Tony Spurlock

Commanders of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

2013 Annual Awards

Administrative Services Bureau Chief Holly Nicholson-Kluth

Law Enforcement Bureau Chief Tim Moore The Triple Crown of Accreditation

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School Marshal Program

Student Art Gallery at the Highlands Ranch Substation

The Robert A. Christensen Justice Center

Cutting Edge Technology

Big Events in Douglas County

Office of Emergency Management

2013 Crime Statistics

Office of Budget and Logistics

Detention Division Investigations Division Patrol Division

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Professional Standards Division

Support Services Division

Volunteers

Highlights of Sheriff Weaver’s Administration

Farewell from Sheriff David A. Weaver

Message from Sheriff David A. Weaver

This 2013 Annual Report showcases many accomplishments of the people at the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and highlights some achievements during my 33 years of service. I’ll step down as sheriff in 2015, as I’m term limited. In 1981, I pinned on a badge at DCSO as a deputy in the Detention Division. I worked my way up the ranks serving as a corporal in Patrol, a sergeant in Detention, a lieutenant in Internal Affairs and then managing the daily operations of the office as undersheriff. You elected me as your sheriff on November 7, 2006; the only person to become sheriff after advancing from deputy in the history of the office. There are many things I’m proud of during my administration, but none more so than the people I work beside every day. The people here are truly special. There’s no way to express the gratitude I have for the men and women who provide a service to the residents of Douglas County - and the entire state - protecting our communities. They make sacrifices every day of their lives, missing anniversaries, birthdays, vacations, to put other people first. I am blessed to have worked with the people in this organization. I’m also proud of our Triple Crown Award; a team effort that places us among the top one-percent of excellent law enforcement agencies in the world. The National Sheriffs’ Association gave us the distinguished award in 2013 after we earned accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies, the American Correctional Association’s Commission on Accreditation for Corrections and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care. The Douglas County Regional 911 Communication Center also received the initial Accreditation Award for Public Safety Communications from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies in 2013. All of that means we use the best practices in law enforcement and provide excellent service. In 2013, our Justice Center facility expansion continued, preparing us for more calls for service, court caseloads and inmates in the future. Among other things, the new facilities will address serious concerns about inmates with mental illness and medical issues and provide extra site security. In 2011, we built the DCSO substation in Highlands Ranch to meet the growing needs of the population there. New school safety programs put in place in 2013 are helping keep our chil-

dren safe in classrooms. DCSO deputies who are school marshals work closely with students and school staff to enhance safety measures every day. Our Youth Education and Safety in Schools and School Resource Officers also help create a layered approach to protecting students. In celebration of Douglas County’s 150th anniversary in 2011, we created a permanent student art gallery in our Highlands Ranch substation. We invited students to submit a drawing or painting, then the school district chose one work of art from each school in 2013 to display permanently. We hope the artists will visit the gallery with their own children someday and that it will bring together future generations. It was also a time of implementing state-of-the-art technology to improve service for residents. We made records more accessible online, started new electronic ticketing and payment, and helped implement and secure funding for the statewide program VINE that helps victims of crimes track their offenders through the legal process. We also upgraded emergency notifications with CodeRED which allows first responders to reach you just about anywhere during a disaster. This year, more residents than ever volunteered to work at DCSO in the jail, victim services, patrol, records and other areas. The volunteers dedicate thousands of hours a month to help keep Douglas County safe and help save precious taxpayer dollars. It’s always about the people. Nothing during my administration would have been possible without your help and the hard work and dedication of our employees and volunteers. To you, I say thanks for supporting the DCSO. To the people I work beside every day, I thank you for doing an outstanding job, day in and day out, during my 33 years. It has been a honor and a privilege to work with you. Always remember your oath. Take care of yourself and your families and never forget the people you serve.

Trak. The program places radio transmitters in wristbands for people of any age who might get lost or go missing. Colorado Life Trak saves lives because first responders can locate people quickly, reducing the risk of s your undersheriff, I’ve worked to improve safety and harm and death in extreme conditions. The program also saves money security in Douglas County by focusing on new techbecause it reduces the amount of time and number of first responders nologies, aging adults and mental illness. needed to find missing people. We now use state-of-the-art technology to reduce crime and traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities. The Data Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety or DDACTS, analyzes our geography to pinpoint the highest rates of crashes and crimes. Our deputies then conduct heavy enforcement in those areas during peak times. Since the program was implemented, crime rates and traffic accidents have been reduced in those target areas. Douglas County not only has the fastest growing population in Colorado (and ranks 16th in the nation), the population is also aging. According to the state Demography Office, by 2030, it’s estimated that one in four residents will be 60 or older – about 24% of our population. That’s why we’ve dedicated more resources to help seniors and prevent them from becoming easy marks for criminals. Among other things, we’ve assigned a victim advocate to the Douglas County Adult Protection team. We’re also providing training, working closely with prosecutors and compiling resources to meet the needs, concerns and issues of older adults. The DCSO is also the chair of the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County. The council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults by providing information and outreach. The council also serves as an advocate on issues that affect seniors and their families. For aging adults who may wander from home, we offer Colorado Life

Another task we’ve taken on is helping the growing population of the mentally ill. In the last decade, the number of people taken into custody to protect them from hurting themselves or others increased 289% and suicide calls increased 312%, while the county’s population only increased 30% during the same time. Using Crisis Intervention Teams, our deputies have been trained to recognize mental illness and intervene early and proactively. The goal is to help the mentally ill with their concerns before the situation escalates. These are just some of the things we’re working on to keep our communities safe today and tomorrow. It’s been an honor to serve you.

Tony Spurlock, Undersheriff Tony Spurlock is the Undersheriff of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. As Undersheriff, Tony is the chief administrative officer, where he directs and supervises operations, including administration, Patrol, Investigations, Professional Standards, Support Services, Detention, the Office of Emergency Management and Budget and Logistics. He serves as the sheriff in his absence and has the full authority and responsibility of the DCSO in that time. Tony has worked at the DCSO since 1980 and serves as an instructor for the Colorado District Attorneys Council and the County Sheriffs of Colorado. He attended Metro State College and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy. Tony was appointed as chair of the Colorado Domestic Violence Offender Treatment Board by Governor Bill Owens in 2001. He’s served as the chair of the 18th Judicial District Victim Assistance Law Enforcement Fund, which provides training funds. Tony was named Officer of the Year in 2002 by the 18th Judicial District. The undersheriff served as the SWAT commander for five years. He’s also led the 18th Judicial District’s Critical Incident Team.

Undersheriff Tony Spurlock

DCSO Command Staff 

Robert McMahan, Support Services Division Captain

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Holly Nicholson-Kluth, Administrative Services Bureau Chief

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Jason Kennedy, Investigations Division Captain

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David A. Weaver, Sheriff

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Brad Heyden, Professional Standards Division Captain

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Tony Spurlock, Undersheriff

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Tim Moore, Law Enforcement Bureau Chief

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Darren Weekly, Patrol Division Captain

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Attila Denes, Detention Division Captain

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2013 Awards

Administrative Services Bureau Chief Holly Nicholson-Kluth

Medal of Valor Lieutenant Dan McMillan

Medal of Valor & Meritorious Service Awards Deputy John Glassburner

Medal of Valor Deputy Greg Black

Medal of Valor Deputy

olly Nicholson-Kluth has been the Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, which includes Detention and Court Security, Civil and Warrants, Information Technology and Dispatch, since the beginning of 2009. She started her career with the sheriff’s office in 1989 in the Patrol Division. During her years with Douglas County she has served in numerous positions in both Investigations and Patrol, and prior to her transfer to the Administrative Services Bureau, she spent the previous four years as the chief of the Law Enforcement Bureau. Her interests and special training have included crimes against children, computer crimes, technology and leadership. She served as director of the Colorado Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory from 2001 through 2004. Holly has specialized training in Computer Forensics and holds her A+ Computer certification. She has a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and holds her Masters degree from Regis University in Psychology with studies in Forensic and Organizational Psychology, as well as Adult Learning.

Joe Spezzano

Medal of Valor Deputy

Most recently, Holly’s interests have been in the areas of health and wellness programs and incentives for employees, and new technology that can benefit the residents of Douglas County and make operations more efficient. Holly lives in Douglas County and is married with two children.

Jason Walter

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2013 Awards

Law Enforcement Bureau Chief Tim Moore

Meritorious Conduct Deputy Ken Olin

Meritorious Conduct & Life Saving Awards Sergeant Steve Croushore

Meritorious Conduct Deputy Adam Moorman

Meritorious Conduct Deputy Mark O’Harold

im Moore began his law enforcement career with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in 1990. Promoted to Bureau Chief in 2010, he now serves as executive officer over the Patrol and Investigations divisions. Educated in criminal law and public administration, Tim spent five years as public information officer where he specialized in media relations, he commanded both the Detention and Patrol divisions, and he recently completed four years of service as commander of the Douglas County Regional S.W.A.T. team. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy (session 244), the Northwestern University School of Police Staff & Command (session 202), and he is very active in the community where he serves on the boards of directors for the Women’s Crisis Center, the Roxborough Water District, and Developmental Pathways.

Sheriff’s Cross Sergeant Darren Trujillo

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2013 Awards

Triple Crown Award

Sheriff’s Cross Sergeant Maggie Aquino

Sheriff’s Cross

he Douglas County Sheriff’s Office joined the top 1% of law enforcement agencies in June 2013 when the National Sheriffs’ Association awarded Sheriff David A. Weaver the coveted Triple Crown Award.

Specialist Ronald Dorrell

Supervisor of the Year Sergeant Kevin Moffitt

Deputy of the Year

Achieving these accreditations individually is a daunting task. Acquiring all three at the same time is an extraordinary feat, according to the National Sheriffs’ Association. The Triple Crown distinction is so rare, only 47 sheriffs’ offices out of 3,080 in the United States have qualified. The DCSO also earned the Triple Crown in record time. NCCH Accreditation was awarded in 2010, ACA Accreditation in 2011 and CALEA Accreditation in 2012. While it takes most agencies several years or multiple attempts to achieve all three accreditations, the DCSO achieved the Triple Crown in just two years on its first attempt.

Deputy Brian Cogil

Instructor

In 2013, the Douglas Regional 911 Communication Center received an Accreditation Award for Public Safety Communications from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).

of the Year Sergeant Les Steveson

Pictured above at the 2013 awards ceremony in Winston-Salem, NC left to right: Sylvester Daughtry, Jr. (CALEA Exec. Dir.), Angela Bylin, Grace Reinis, Cocha Heyden, Laurie Anderson, Sheriff David A. Weaver, Louis Dekmar (CALEA Commissioner).

2013 Awards Civilian of the Year Specialist Michael Bonner

Life Saving Award Deputy Robert Simonich

School Marshal Program fter the Newtown, Connecticut school tragedy on December 14, 2012, parents, teachers and school district leaders called for greater security in Douglas County Schools.

The sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office entered into an annual agreement with the Douglas County School District in 2013 for law enforcement from DCSO, Castle Rock, Lone Tree and Parker Police department to create a School Marshal Program and protect elementary and middle schools. The program increases patrols, creates strong positive relationships, prevents crime and trains law enforcement to respond to active shooters and other school emergencies.

Active Shooter Training 2013 Life Saving Award Deputy Jacob Roberts

Life Saving Award Deputy Kevin Cromwell

Life Saving Award Deputy Rolf Widmer

2013 Awards

Student Art Gallery

Meritorious Service Award Deputy Chance Nicholson

Meritorious Service Award Deputy William Mathis

Meritorious Service Award Deputy John Lynch

Meritorious Service Award Detective Michelle Herring

Meritorious Service Award Deputy Jeff Burke

he Douglas County substation in Highlands Ranch became an art gallery on February 20 th, 2013 for students in nearly every school in the district. With a chorus of voices helping him count down, Douglas County Sheriff David A. Weaver unveiled the art gallery to the applause of the artists, their brothers, sisters, moms and dads. Students from kindergarten to seniors competed to have their work hung permanently on the walls inside the substation by painting, sketching and drawing. When you walk down the hallway, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find the top 60 winners who created landscapes, animals, and lots of pictures of deputies. Check it out!

2013 Awards

The Justice Center

Meritorious Service Award Tommy Hanson

Meritorious Service Award Deputy Ann Walton

Meritorious Service Award Deputy Jay Martin

Meritorious Service Award

he Justice Center expansion began in August of 2012. It’s being renovated and expanded to address serious concerns about facilities for inmates with mental illness, inmates with medical issues, ADA requirements, overall site security and the lack of secured parking for all staff and department assets.

The parking garage completion marks a milestone for the construction project. On November 8th, 2013 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office opened the garage for employee and department vehicle parking as well as some courts and judicial staff. The completion of the parking garage now affords additional employee parking, along with secured parking spaces for law enforcement vehicles. The second phase, renovation and expansion of the detention facility are well under way with a completion date for late 2014. This expansion phase is the reconfiguration and repurposing of existing housing areas to provide for ADA requirements, plumbing issues and other remodel needs and to enhance site security, and ingress and egress issues. Once completed, DCSO will have the capability to house and treat special populations, minor medical issues and recovery on site, mental health populations, additional females and segregation of female special populations, more effectively and efficiently.

Detective Jeffrie Arnold

Meritorious Service Award Phyllis Harvey

The project is expected to cost approximately $25 million and is on time and budget, funded by the Justice Center sales tax which was approved by voters in 1995 and extended in 2007. The dedicated funds used for these expansions have come from that sales tax paid for by, not only Douglas County residents, but an estimated 65% of non-residents who shop in Douglas County. This percentage is similar to the detention center’s average non-resident inmate population of approximately 50-60%.

Explore a timeline from the 1900’s through today’s renovation and expansion of the Robert A. Christensen Justice Center, complete with photos, studies, plans, assessments and budgets. To see it, visit www.DCSheriff.net. 2013 Annual Report

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2013 Awards

Sheriff’s Commendation Sam Stairs

Sheriff’s Commendation Toni Reynolds

Sheriff’s Commendation Walt Wohlgemuth

Sheriff’s Commendation Stephanie Trotter & CSV Association

Sheriff’s Commendation Deputy Carlos Aguilar

Cutting Edge Technology The DCSO continues to implement cutting edge technology to help save time and money.

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PEN RECORDS PORTAL In 2013, DCSO made it easier for you to request records and make payments quickly and securely online through our Open Records Portal or www.DCSheriff.net.

-TICKETS In 2013, deputies issued the office’s first electronic traffic ticket to a speeding driver. It’s also one of the first E-tickets issued in the state, as just a couple of other agencies use the devices. “This takes out human error with illegible handwriting and calculating mathematical equations for fines and penalties,” Traffic Investigator Jeffrey Burke said. “As long as the deputy selects the appropriate charge, it’s 100-percent accurate.” While it can take a patrol deputy about 10 minutes to write a citation, it only takes five minutes or less to issue an E-ticket. That means drivers can get on their way sooner. The traffic unit will issue E-tickets for all driving and parking violations in the county, state and the city of Castle Pines.

he DC Regional Dispatch Center uses CodeRED, a high-speed telephone emergency notification system that allows public safety personnel to send messages directly to residents – whether they are home or away – during emergencies. It uses geo-tracking to target specific areas with pre-recorded phone messages, emails or texts. CodeRED alerts may be implemented in situations such as police activity in the area, an Amber Alert, wildfires or other emergency incidents. Residents can sign up for it at www.DCSheriff.net. In 2013, CodeRED added new features which will send separate emergency group notifications to public schools, private early learning centers, churches with daycare and private day school centers that register. 2013 Annual Report

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2013 Awards Sheriff’s Commendation Captain Robert McMahan

Sheriff’s Commendation Sergeant Ron Hanavan

Big Events

hile the world’s top golfers fought for the Solheim Cup at Colorado Golf Club in Parker, Colorado, Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies protected the players, escorted the media and provided security for the biennial event during August, 2013. For the first time in history of the Cup, a European Team won the competition on American soil.

ildlife officials and DCSO deputies helped return a moose to the wild who was wandering through the Stonegate neighborhood in Parker in November 2013.

Sheriff’s Commendation Deputy Jay Martin

Sheriff’s Commendation Deputy Myra Buys

Sheriff’s Commendation Deputy Robert Griggs

i, can I help you?" If you're visiting the Justice Center in Douglas County, our new Ambassador Tom Stacy will point you in the right direction. The DCSO volunteer answers more than 200 questions a week. The look of relief on visitors’ faces shows the hospitality is working.

As the county’s official fire warden, the sheriff and Thirteen employees have volunteered to join this hether it’s gun fire or wild fire, the undersheriff created the wildland fire team to special wildland fire team, which is run by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will counter severe drought in the Rocky Mountains. Office of Emergency Management. They’ll respond battle back. The DCSO created a special Wildland to wildfires in the Douglas County area under su“I like to be forward-thinking in this area because Fire and Mitigation Crew in 2013 to help prevent, pervision. The crew will train with local and nathe public’s safety is our number one goal,” Spursuppress and fight fires. tional firefighters and have become red card certilock said. fied Wildfire Firefighters. “We’re going to be prepared for a wildfire. We “We’ve worked with Douglas County Commissionwant to put it out immediately, have eyes on it The team will partner with members of the Larkers, the state and private sector business that has spur Fire Department, creating a 20-member area and have instant communications with the U.S. air support to prepare ourselves for potential team. This team has adopted the name Bear Creek Forest Service, other assisting fire departments wildland fires.” Canyon Interagency Fire Crew. and air support,” Undersheriff Tony Spurlock said.

DCSO’s Wildland Fire Handcrew

Office of Emergency Management The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) was again prepared to handle fires, floods, blizzards and other natural or man-made disasters in 2013. OEM’s focus was in all areas of emergency management.

Emergency Operations Center Activation

Tim Johnson Emergency Management Director

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OEM activated the EOC four times in 2013.

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The EOC was activated for contingency planning in response to the Black Forest Fire. First responders planned for the worst case scenario with Black Forest Fire. The EOC was also opened for the Lime Gulch Fire and the Strontia Springs Fire.

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The EOC was again activated in September in response to the flooding in northern Colorado. The EOC helped coordinate the evacuation of animals from the Adams County Fairgrounds. The Douglas County Fairgrounds housed animals for two days in response to the flood.

Tim Johnson has been with Douglas County since 2001. He previously worked as a classification specialist in the Detention Center. Before that, Tim was the Law Enforcement Academy director for the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office. He’s a former Air Force instructor pilot, and senior Search and Rescue coordinator.

OEM Highlights in 2013 For the first time, the Board of County Commissioners in 2013 signed an exclusive use contract allowing OEM to use the Rampart Helicopter. This allowed the helicopter to stay in Castle Rock and be available for response to fires. Along with the exclusive use contract, OEM formed a Wildland Fire Team from members of the sheriff’s office and in partnership with Larkspur Fire. The team responded to several fires during 2013. The Incident Management Team (IMT) participated in the National Guard exercise, Vigilant Guard in July

Tim’s duties include coordination, facilitation and collaboration of inci- 2013 and has established a great relationship with the Colorado National Guard. dent management. He works with all OEM spearheaded the effort to create an evacuation plan for the county. The county exercised this plan agencies and partners, public and priin the Perry Pines subdivision with great success and praise from the homeowners. vate, to ensure effective and responsive emergency management.

OEM conducted a Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) in November. This training gave He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geog- members of the public some basic skills for dealing with disasters on a very personal level. raphy from the UNC and a Master’s degree in Human Behavior from National University.

Lastly, OEM helped organize a very successful Solheim Golf Tournament in Parker, Colorado. 2013 Annual Report

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Crime Statistics House Watch Community Safety Volunteers

National Night Out Burglary Prevention

CRIME TOTAL CRIME 8% decreased 8 % in Douglas County between 2012-2013 NIBRS Group A Crime

12%

NIBRS Group B Crime 2%

decreased 12% (includes arson, burglary, drugs, theft, rape, robbery)

increased 2% (includes bad checks, loitering, drunkenness, DUIs)

Violent Crime 2% decreased 2% Property Crime

24%

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2013 Highlights

hile crime is down overall, the top five crimes committed in Douglas County in 2013 were theft (15%), fraud (11%), vandalism (8%), assault (6%) and drugs and paraphernalia violations (5%). In 2013, the number of people who called 9-1-1 remained about the same (50,027) compared to the number of citizen-initiated calls in 2012 (49,858). Most calls for service were made on Fridays (16%), which has consistently been the top day of the week for several years. After that, most crimes were committed on Wednesdays and Thursdays (15%), Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays (14%) and Sundays (12%). Most of the calls were made between the hours of noon and 10 p.m. After that, most crime was called in between 10 p.m. and midnight. The peak call for service day and time was Friday between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. August had the most crime followed by May and July. District 9 (southwest) and Larkspur combined had the most significant increase in citizen-initiated calls for service with an 8% increase. Likewise, they had the most significant crime increase between 2012 and 2013 with a 28% increase followed by District 6 (Castle Rock) and Castle Pines combined with an 11% increase in crime. (There are so few crimes in these areas, that one or two extra calls results in big percentage changes.) District 2 (Highlands Ranch) had the highest percentage of crime and citizeninitiated calls for service compared to all other districts. District 2 also has the highest population. District 10 (Mountains/southeast) crime decreased by 66%. The average Priority 1 response time increased by eight seconds or 1% while the average Priority 2 response time was 28% faster by 3:38.

day-to-day financial and operating issues of the sheriff’s office. She directs the sheriff’s overall budget process, provides revenue, expenditure, and staffing forecasts and analyses, and oversees the accounting of inmate-related funds, seizure fund accounting, contract and grant administration, asset management, and the general ledger, purchasing and accounts payable functions within the sheriff’s office. Diane manages a staff of three which includes the sheriff’s office budget analyst, grants/contracts administrator and accounting clerk.

2013 Annual Adopted Budget The sheriff’s office 2013 adopted budget is $48.2 million (including capital), the largest operating budget in the county. Of this amount, $40.5 million or 83.8% represents personnel costs for 451.75 positions currently authorized.

With a financial management philosophy that emphasizes ownership and accountability, Budget & Logistics provides guidance and assistance to each cost center manager in monitoring and evaluating their revenue and expenditure budgets annually. Financial management responsibilities include the direction and coorDiane graduated Summa Cum Laude dination of the sheriff’s office annual budget from Regis University with a Bachelor of Sciprocess, accounts payable processing, purchasence degree in both accounting and business ad- ing, accounting, revenue and expenditure foreministration with an Emphasis in Management. casting, and contract administration. Diane Romero Budget & Logistics Manager

iane Romero became a member of the sheriff’s office in September of 2002. Diane has more than 25 years of financial and budgeting experience. Before joining the sheriff’s office, she served as finance manager for the Douglas County Finance Department and had worked closely with the sheriff’s office relative to budget and accounting issues since she became a Douglas County employee back in June of 1996. Diane’s role enables her to work with the sheriff, undersheriff, bureau chiefs, captains and staff members throughout the agency on the

Source of Funds 2013

Budget & Logistics The financial structure within the sheriff’s office coincides with the organizational structure and enables functional budgeting of both revenues and expenditures.

Divisional Revenue Generated

Justice Center Sales and Use Tax

Staffing

A 0.43% sales tax was approved by voters in 1995. Of this amount, .23% was due to sunset as of December 31, 2010. In November of 2007, Douglas County voters approved the extension of this portion of the sales tax. Of the .23% extended, .13% will provide continued funding for capital needs associated with the Justice Center through 2020. The remaining portion, .10%, will assist in funding the costs associated with operating the Justice Center including the jail, courtroom security, community justice services, dispatching and technological services.

The office expects to generate a total $4.3 million in revenue from charges for services, licenses and permits and other revenue.

Of the 451.75 full time equivalent positions, 291.5 are commissioned officer positions and 160.25 are civilian positions. The sheriff’s office is very fortunate to have such a variety of funding sources, and management staff will continue to pursue new funding opportunities whenever possible. Our commitment to sound fiscal management is vital as we continue to meet the public safety needs of Douglas County residents.

General Fund

The net impact on the general fund is expected to be $21.4 million after The ongoing portion of the sales tax collected is transferred to the coun- applying the offsetting revenue from the Justice Center sales and use tax ty’s general fund where the operating costs for functions defined in the and divisionally-generated revenue. The general fund supports the sheroriginal ballot language are housed. The 2013 transfer amount allocated iff’s statutory functions, administrative and technical functions, commuto the sheriff’s office is expected to be $8.1 million. nications, and investigations.

Expenditures by Type 2013

Staffing 2013

Personnel Services $40,452,226 83.7%

Divisions

Detention Division Investigations Division Patrol Division Professional Standards Division Support Services Division

Photo of DCSO Patrol vehicle by Deputy Brian Cogil, 2013

has also served on a variety of boards, committees, and task forces aptain Attila C. Denes berelated to the criminal justice/ gan his career with the mental health interface, and has Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in consulted with organizations such 1988 as a patrol deputy. Since then, as the National Institute of Correche has served in every division of tions and the Council of State Govthe sheriff’s office at one time or ernments Justice Center on the topic another, although most of his career of developing sustainable mental has been devoted to the Patrol, In- health training programs in correctional facilities. vestigations and Support Services divisions. His other notable assignments have included five years as the sheriff’s public information ofATTILA C. DENES ficer, nine years as the agency’s CriDETENTION DIVISION CAPTAIN sis Intervention Teams (CIT) coordinator, and serving as the unofficial sheriff’s office historian since 1989. ission: To protect the public Attila holds a Master of Business and institutional safety through the Administration degree with a specialization in Criminal Justice from incarceration of adult offenders in the Douglas County jail, while Northcentral University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Crim- meeting statutory and constitutioninal Justice and Criminology from al standards of care and provide Metropolitan State University of program opportunities intended to Denver. He is also a graduate of reduce reincarceration. Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command. He’s an adjunct Law Enforcement Training 2012 Achievements:  NCCHC reaccreditation awardAcademy instructor at Red Rocks Community College and the Highed in May 2013. lands Ranch Law Enforcement  Jail-based Behavioral Health Training Academy. Services contract, funded by the Colorado Division of BehavSince 1998, he has taught a variety ioral Health, with services proof communication courses throughvided by Arapahoe/Douglas out Colorado and nationally. Mental Health Network, finalCaptain Denes serves on the board ized in September. of directors of the Crisis Interven-  Opening of new parking struction Teams Association of Colorado, ture in October, 2013. which he co-founded in 2007. He

Detention Division Captain Attila Denes

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Ground-breaking and major progress on new Special Management Infirmary unit and existing facility retrofit/remodel. ACA reaccreditation, with a score of 100% on mandatory standards and 97.7% on applicable non-mandatory standards, achieved in November, 2013. RFP process complete for medical, mental heath, dental and pharmaceutical services. CHC was selected as the contractor for all services except pharmaceutical. Diamond Pharmacy was chosen as the pharmaceutical services provider. Large-scale jail evacuation exercise, “Operation Burning Down the House,” completed in November, 2013. Decision made to move forward with Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance, with an initial audit in October, 2014. Creation of a half-time Affordable Care Act Medicaid Eligibility Specialist position in December 2013, to help newly eligible inmates apply for Medicaid.

Budget

Inmate Programs

In 2013, the Detention Division’s overall yearend amended budget was $16,287,763. By far the largest operating expenditure for the division was its personnel costs, which totaled $13,176,890 for the year, or $190,608 less than the amended budget.

Inmate programs are part of the daily activities for our inmates. The unit consists of two specialists, one chaplain, one sergeant, and is overseen by a lieutenant. Program staff works with 90 active volunteers. Thirty-three programs were offered to Douglas County inmates in 2013, which included six new programs and seven new religious programs taught by our chaplain.

Revenues derived from prisoner boarding charges decreased 91% from 2012 because we stopped housing U.S. Marshal inmates. This strategic decision was made to create flexibility in housing unit utilization as we moved forward Volunteers put in 3,465 hours. In 2013, 11,196 to phase 3 (existing facility retrofit and remod- inmates participated in jail programs. el) of the construction project. Noteworthy:  Character First! Program returned and was taught to two women’s pods by a specialist once a week.  GED program went on-line. We were the first jail in Colorado to go live in November, 2013.  Twenty-three inmates graduated with a GED diploma, bringing the total to 221 since GED testing began in April of 2007.  New recreational library offers board games, periodicals and more. Transports  Religious services for Spe 3,264 inmates transported cial Medical Unit.  94,030 miles driven  New facility chapel.

SORT - Special Operations Response Team ORT is a specially equipped and trained team that responds to situations in the jail. The team handles all cell extractions, secures day rooms and pods during disturbances, moves high risk inmates for court appearances and out-of-facility transports, and conducts other missions as necessary.

In 2013, SORT conducted 18 missions and 190 hours of training, which included mission specific and in-service training.

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Screened 263,645 people at the entrance, which is 2,224 fewer people than in 2012 Detected 8,121 prohibited items, or 2,360 more than last year Arrested 323 people on warrants, about 100 more than last year Remanded 130 people to jail, compared to 158 court-ordered remands last year Performed 65 court ordered juvenile remands, compared to 50 in 2012 2013 Annual Report

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Detention Division

Correctional Health Care Certification (NCHCC) award.

ason Kennedy is a 21-year mem- Jason was also instrumental with the new ber of the Douglas County Sher- space and needs assessment for the Justice iff’s Office. Center. He worked diligently on the new design, which is currently under conHe started his career as a Detention depu- struction. This design was to increase efty where he served in the previous jail ficiencies and assist with the growing facility. He was then assigned to the Pa- needs of inmates with mental illness and trol Division. He was transferred to the injuries. Investigations Division in 1996 and shortly thereafter, was promoted to corporal. Jason served on the Arapahoe County While there, he investigated several hom- Community Corrections Board. He’s curicides and also served as an Intelligence rently on the board of the Arapahoe/ Investigator. He was promoted to sergeant Douglas Mental Health Network. in 1999 and spent a short time as a Patrol sergeant before being transferred back to Investigative work is one of Jason’s true Investigations. In 2003, he was promoted passions and he’s excited to take the Into lieutenant and put in charge of the vestigations Division to the next level. Special Investigations Section.

JASON KENNEDY

Investigations Division Captain Jason Kennedy

In 2005, he was appointed as the comINVESTIGATIONS DIVISION CAPTAIN mander of the South Metro Drug Task Force. He served in this capacity until 2008 when he returned to the sheriff’s office as the commander of the Office of Professional Standards. He was responsiission: To effectively, ethically ble for Internal Affairs, Hiring, Trainand professionally investigate ing, Human Resources and Accreditation. serious criminal complaints and to focus on

In August, 2010, he was promoted to captain and transferred to the Detention Division where he was responsible for the entire facility, court operations and transports.

excellence in the preparation of those cases referred to the district attorney for prosecution.

Investigations includes Major Crimes, the Special Investigations Section, task forces and Victim Assistance. Management includes While there, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office was awarded its first Ameri- one captain, two lieutenants and one civilian can Correctional Association (ACA) Ac- victim assistance coordinator. Investigations creditation award and its second National concentrates on filing felony charges and misdemeanor domestic violence crimes.

Investigations Division If the crime is a misdemeanor, the deputy or the misdemeanor detective completes the report. Misdemeanors and petty offenses are filed into court with a summons or ticket. If it’s a felony, the patrol deputy completes as much of the case as possible, then forwards it to Investigations. A detective sergeant reviews all of the felony case reports and decides which unit and detective will best handle the case. Colorado courts require a felony filing affidavit to enter a suspect’s case. The detective usually has to do more investigation for the affidavit, which can take months to complete and turn over to the DA for filing.

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Detectives raised case clearance rates across the board (see chart on right). Victim Assistance Coordinator Patty Moschner was awarded the 2013 COVA Exemplary Leadership Award. A juvenile detective was designated in Investigations at the request of the District Attorney’s Office for quality control, information gathering and a liaison with the DA. Investigations reassigned a position as a cold case sergeant to organize and prepare cold cases to be actively worked. A new workspace was designated. Additional funding was provided by CBI for overtime and travel on cold cases that involve DNA.

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Several investigators were trained in best practices in smartphone evidence collection based on the need for evidence from suspect, victim and witness smartphones. Annual evidence inventory and property  audit completed with an error rate of .5%, which is well below the 4% standard. Detective Chris Stadler was named the 2013 Terrorism Liaison Officer of the Year by the Colorado Information Analysis Center. There was a 350% increase in suicides from 2003 (8) through 2013 (36). Addition of a Financial Crimes Administra-

tive Specialist to review all cases and assist detectives with casework. Based on her work, the financial crimes “hopper” is running with 30 cases instead of 60-90. Investigations spearheaded a change in the case disposition form to increase the accuracy of case statuses and statistics.

The primary revenue sources were the sale of Financial Crimes Unit seized property of $1,181, sex offender regisn 2013, 689 cases were assigned to this tration fees of $5,215, impound fees $11,520 unit and 30 people were arrested. The unit and miscellaneous revenues of $1,940, totaling handles financial crimes and fraud involv$19,857 in revenue. ing bad checks, credit card theft, embezzlements, consumer frauds, internet scams and Personnel costs were below the amended other financial crimes. budget, partially due to vacancy savings.

Major Crimes Section

ajor Crimes is made up of Crimes against Persons, Financial Crimes, the Special Victims Unit, the Crime Lab, Property and Evidence and Cold Cases. They investigate crimes and secure convictions on the majority of cases adjudicated in Douglas County.

2013 Accomplishments 

Detectives filed a 1,000 page felony filing against a defendant for fraudulent apprais In 2013, Investigations began having the als and identity theft. employee’s chain of command attend their  Detectives also investigated the bookkeepannual evaluation. This allows for the caping for Plum H2O and Living Water, LLC., tain and others to discuss performance and which led to a felony filing for $2 million in the vision, mission and values. theft and securities fraud.  The sex offender registry called SOTAR went  Investigations worked with the Department to a new level in 2013 by creating a new of Human Services to respond to runaway memo of understanding between agencies, and endangered children in one family. Intraining jurisdictions and adding members. vestigations set up a Child Abduction Response Team and used CodeRED to find and Budget, Revenue, Personnel Costs protect one of the children. he Investigations budget was $5,284,371  Detectives investigated reports of attempt(including LEA funded PCU) with the final ed kidnappings, to learn they were fabricatamended budget changing to $5,217,766. ed. Investigators then arrested the reporting parties.

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Special Victims Unit - SVU

SVU

investigates crimes involving sexual assaults, crimes against children, internet crimes against children and crimes against the elderly. SVU also works closely with Douglas County Human Services investigating crimes against victims. Young victims are brought to SungateKids Children’s Advocacy Center. In 2013, 413 cases were assigned to the Special Victims Unit. Detectives cleared some of those cases with the arrest of 29 people.

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Investigations Division

Crimes Against Persons etectives in this unit investigate all manners of crimes to include death (natural, suicides, suspicious and homicides), assaults, missing people and runways, domestic violence cases and all felony cases involving use of weapons with assault.

crimes including the Pet Door Burglaries and a murder case for the U.S. Marshals Service. CSIs also gave expert testimony in several court cases including in the identification phase of habitual criminal offenders.

dence to be admitted during a court proceeding. In 2013, the section received almost 6,000 pieces of evidence. They released 2,500 items and destroyed about 5,000 items. Investigators and attorneys viewed 314 pieces of evidence.

The crime lab upgraded its Automated Fingerprint Identification System and other software in 2013. The CSIs also trained to respond to hazardous scenes, meth labs, detect forged and fabricated fingerprints, attended DEA drug school and other training.

The section is also responsible for the police hold impound yard and released 77 vehicles. The evidence section also took on the responsibility of downloading video evidence from patrol vehicles with cameras.

The crime lab processed 186 crime scenes in 2013 and property processed 904 items.

In 2013, 1,149 cases were assigned to this unit, which is 4% more than 2012. Two-hundred seventy-three cases were cleared by arrest.

Crime Lab

rime Scene Investigators (CSIs) respond to crime scenes where they photograph, Property and Evidence Section document and collect evidence. The Douglas County CSIs have extensive knowledge and exhis section is responsible for the proper perience in processing evidence and crime storage and chain of custody of evidence that scenes. is in their care. The courts demand strict rules and procedures be followed in order for eviIn 2013, CSI helped solve many high profile

Techs attended the CO Association of Property and Evidence Techs conference to learn about current case law and new DNA technology.

Investigations Division Notable Property Crime Investigations:  Detectives filed a complex case involving continues to be an intricate and five residential burglaries along the Highway valuable asset. SIS provides support 105 corridor. to Major Crimes, the East Metro Auto Theft  Detectives tracked thieves and burglars tarTask Force, DEA, ATF, JTTF, US Secret Service, geting the Metropolitan Apartments comUS Marshals Service, US Forest Service, multiple plex. The men were arrested and charged. state and local task forces and local law en In a window-smashing case that involved 25 forcement agencies within Douglas County and homes and cars, detectives tracked down the Denver metro area. and arrested two suspects for damaging property throughout Highlands Ranch. The SIS consists of multi-faceted units including detective was able to close out 50 cases Property Crime, Pattern Crime, the Criminal linked to the suspects dating back a year. Intelligence Section, Sex Offender Tracking and  Detectives unraveled a complicated gangRegistration Unit and the Task Force officers related case where suspects were stealing assigned to specific units in the metro area. cars, breaking into cars across metro Denver and other crimes in Douglas County. The Detectives in SIS are primarily responsible for Attorney General’s Office took on the case. criminal intelligence collection and dissemina A detective led a team that caught and artion, the DCSO Law Enforcement Intelligence rested a suspect for breaking into cars at a Data System, tracing guns, auto thefts, robberies, bomb/explosive investigations, criminal police impersonations, executive protection, high risk arrests, prostitution and vice operations, juvenile and street gangs and illegal drug trafficking.

Special Investigations Section (SIS)

SIS

Property Crime Unit The Property Crime Unit handles felony cases such as theft, burglary, criminal trespass, arson and criminal mischief. In 2013, 1,163 cases were assigned to Property Crime and 91 people were arrested. The clearance rate was 66%. 2013 Annual Report 34

yoga/fitness center. The team also found the suspect was involved in a large-scale identity theft and drug ring involving other burglaries and thefts across the area.

Pattern Crime Unit This is a multi-agency collaborative unit of detectives from the DCSO, Parker Police, Castle Rock Police and Lone Tree Police departments. Its mission is to target and apprehend people committing criminal offenses and/or illegal drug trafficking. The unit focuses on repeat crimes. In 2013, 208 cases were assigned to the PCU and 73 people were arrested. The case clearance rate was 90%. Notable Pattern Crime Unit Investigations:  PCU spearheaded a metro-area task force with representatives from the DA and AG’s office to shut down a cigarette burglary ring connected to gangs.  Detectives participated in a statewide sex offender compliance check and sweep.  PCU detectives caught a man advertising and selling ecstasy on Facebook.  All of SIS responded to an active shooter at Arapahoe High School, evacuating students and the wounded, and searching the suspect’s home.  Participated in the National FBI “Operation Cross Country,” helping Lakewood Police with a prostitution/sex trafficking sting.  Pursued and caught a major auto theft suspect fleeing other law enforcement.

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Sex Offender Tracking, Registration SOTAR is a database owned and licensed through Douglas County. In 2013, SOTAR grew from 32 law enforcement agencies using the system to 62, resulting in a 94% increase. That means that 47% of registered sex offenders across the state are being tracked through Douglas County’s custom built SOTAR. In 2013, the average monthly number of offenders registered in Douglas County alone was 157, which is 6% more than in 2012.

victim rights. They also provide comfort in a time of trauma and act as a liaison between the criminal justice system and the victim. One victim assistance coordinator oversees three full time advocates, one part-time advocate and 27 dedicated community volunteers. In 2013, the volunteers contributed 5,836 hours. The advocates and volunteers served 8,123 victims and co-victims in 2013.

Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) In 2013, DCSO enhanced VINE in several ways: Liquor Licenses Made it available in Spanish, added texting and SIS detectives monitor and maintain the liquor photos to the website. Also, the state solidified license requirements and registrations. The funding after members of the VA staff testified process includes liquor inspections on all estabat legislative hearings for adding VINE costs to lishments in unincorporated Douglas County. the budget. The Community Safety Volunteer (CSV) program is a major assistance to conducting the inspections. Compliance checks are also a large component, ensuring the establishment is following all laws relating to selling and serving of alcohol.

Abduction Response Team (CART). One advocate was assigned to the DC Adult Protection Team in order to serve the needs of the growing population of at-risk In 2013, SIS completed 40 compliance checks adults. or stings on liquor establishments of which  The VA unit was integral in establishing a three failed, and CSVs completed 140 checks. toolkit website to help communities and agencies plan for major disasters. The inforVictim Services Section mation collected will benefit all responses during emergencies everywhere. his program responds to provide crisis 2013 Victim Advocate Highlights:  The VA staff is a vital part of the DC School intervention to victims of crime as well  The VA coordinator was chosen to be the Crisis Team to pre-plan for incidents and statewide voice for victims at the annul Vicas family survivors in cases of violent and/or ensure all services are provided to students. tims’ Rights celebration. sudden death. Victim advocates provide infor All staff and eligible volunteers were certimation, follow-up support and referrals as re-  Advocates helped during the north metro fied through the CO Organization for Vicarea flooding, the Arapahoe High School quired by the CO constitutional amendment for tims Assistance (COVA) by meeting criteria. shooting and a missing child with the Child

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aptain Darren Weekly began his career with the sheriff’s office in 1993. During Darren’s tenure, he served in nearly every facet of the organization in front line, supervisory and command positions. He has also served in many special assignments such as narcotics, K-9, and S.W.A.T. While in the Investigations Division, Darren was assigned to the Crimes Against Persons Unit, which resulted in several major case criminal convictions. He also worked on multiple cold murder cases. Darren has extensive training in homicide investigation and was a member of the Colorado Homicide Investigators Association. Darren was also designated by the District Attorney’s Office as a Coordinator for the 18th Judicial District Critical Response Team.

Patrol Division Captain Darren Weekly

was transferred and currently serves as the captain of Patrol to include overall command of all special teams and various units of the division. Darren is commander of the Douglas County Regional S.W.A.T team. He’s attended various S.W.A.T. command courses including the National Tactical Officers Association Command and Leadership course in 2013, and the Fulcrum Concepts Tactical Commanders Course in 2014.

DARREN WEEKLY PATROL DIVISION CAPTAIN

ission: To protect life and property and maintain peace and order through the vigiDarren is a graduate of the Leadership lant enforcement of the law, and the reDouglas County program. In 2010, Darren lentless effort to bring to justice those was promoted by Sheriff Weaver to cap- who prey upon the innocent, while tain and served as the commander of Prodemonstrating the highest level of courfessional Standards. Darren’s leadership age, honor, integrity and professionalism. was instrumental in DCSO receiving initial C.A.L.E.A. accreditation and the covEnforcement eted Triple Crown Award. In 2012, Daratrol Division deputies provide ren graduated from the prestigious Northquality law enforcement 24 hours a western University School of Police Staff day, seven days a week to the residents and Command. of unincorporated Douglas County, the In 2013, Darren was designated by the city of Castle Pines and the Town of LarkDouglas County Office of Emergency spur. There were about 120 patrol depuManagement as an incident commander for the Incident Management Team. He ties in 2013.

also graduated from the F.E.M.A. AllHazards Type 3 Incident Commander School. During that same year, Darren

The 844 square miles of the county is divided into 10 districts. Deputies strive to

The Patrol Division oversees K-9, Community Resources, the Traffic Unit, field training, the Bomb Squad, the Douglas County Regional SWAT, HAZMAT, the Crisis Negotiation Team, The Patrol Division enforces Colorado Revised Mounted Patrol, the Special Deployment Unit, Statutes, (C.R.S.) and county ordinances enact- Douglas County Animal Services, Automated ed by the Board of County Commissioners. Plate Recognition, Douglas County Search & Rescue, Race-A-Cop, the False Alarm Reduction program, senior programs, suicide preCommunity Oriented Policing vention programs, Community Safety Volunembers of the Patrol Division are com- teers, School Resource Officers, Youth Educamitted to the process of Community Oriented tion and Safety In Schools, the School Marshal Program and Explorers Post 10-4. Policing. Patrol lieutenants, also called watch commanders, are responsible for ensuring that effective methods of community policing and quality of life strategies are initiated on their assigned shifts. Watch commanders are responsible for rapidly deploying deputies and resources to alleviate crime patterns and to improve quality of life in our community.

Patrol Division

M prevent crime and improve the quality of life. In 2013, deputies responded to 50,027 citizeninitiated calls for service in unincorporated Douglas County. That’s about the same number of calls as in 2012. The larger communities like Highlands Ranch, Roxborough, Castle Pines, the Pinery and Stonegate generated a large portion of the calls for service. Eighty-six percent of Douglas County’s population lives in the upper north 13% of the county which encompasses Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. About 73% of the population lives in Douglas County’s unincorporated areas. There are 1,131 miles of roadway to patrol. In 2013, sheriff’s office employees drove 2.8 million miles.

Patrol Division Notable events in 2013: 

Implemented the School Marshal Program which is a first of its kind partnership with the Douglas County School District. The DCSO provides deputies to protect 38 elementary schools on a daily basis. (For more about School Marshals, see page 13.)

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Between 2006 and 2013, Patrol reduced overall crime by a cumulative 30%.  The Patrol Division reduced the combined response times to emergency/urgent calls 27% from the previous year.  The number of arrests increased 1% between 2012 and 2013. Of the arrests, 76% were adults and 24% were juveniles.  The number of burglaries committed in local businesses decreased 30%.

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Crime in schools was reduced 36%. Automated license plate readers led to 45 criminal arrests. Patrol deputies apprehended attempted murder suspects of a police officer. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division was one of the few law enforcement agencies in the country that actively engaged in suicide prevention programs. Proactively worked with hearing impaired advocates to improve policies and procedures on how deputies work with hearing impaired persons. Successfully coordinated player and patron security plans with the town of Parker and other law enforcement agencies for the 2013 LPGA Solheim Cup Event which was held at the Colorado Club in unincorporated Douglas County.  Implemented electronic ticketing program.  Coordinated second POST training academy with SWAT medics from South Metro Fire Rescue; a unique and potentially life-saving partnership for SWAT team responses.  There were no homicides in 2013.

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Patrol Division - Traffic

Traffic Unit he Traffic Unit issued 7,288 citations in 2013, 790 verbal warnings, 154 Alive At 25 referrals and 40 senior referrals. The entire department issued 15,058 citation; 48% of those were issued by the Traffic Unit.

ing for the entire division to reduce paper waste, increase efficiency and enable drivers to pay fines online quickly. The program allows drivers to pay their tickets and fees through an open records portal on our website.

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While enforcement efforts continued in target areas, the number of crashes still went up 11% in 2013. This does not reflect the increase in the number of drivers in the county or the increased use of smartphones while driving. Major Accomplishments:  Completed Electronic Ticketing train40

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Completion and roll out of the Electronic Crash Reporting system. Both electronic projects were a joint effort between the Traffic Unit and IT and were well received with few issues.

Crashes 2013 Five serious injuries down 55% from 2012

Four fatalities down 33% from 2012

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Accident Investigation Intoxilyzer Training E-Crash and E-Ticketing National Night Out Police Motorcycle Course

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Douglas County Fair Parade Car Seat Inspections Elephant Rock Cycling Event Parker Days Parade Take It to the Track Program

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Field Training Program

he sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office requires all deputies have field training for 14 weeks. During the training, the new hire will participate in and be exposed to as many different components of the office as possible. In 2013, eight deputies completed the training and have been assigned as solo deputies, one deputy was assigned as a School Resource Officer and three sergeants completed their training.

Bomb Squad he squad, certified by the FBI, consists of one commander and five technicians. The techs assist other special teams. All members are certified explosive breachers who respond on most SWAT calls.

Douglas County Regional Special Weapons and Tactics

SWAT

is a multi-agency regional tactical team commanded by the DCSO that responds to high risk law enforcement calls in Douglas County. The team structure includes operations and tactical commanders and team leaders. The team includes entry ops, K-9s, snipers, crisis negotiators and paramedics. SWAT is made up of deputies from DCSO, police from the Parker, Lone Tree and Castle Rock Police departments and medics from the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority. In 2013, the SWAT team was activated five times in events such as an active shooter, a pursuit and serving search warrants. The DCSO BearCat assisted two other law enforcement agencies in the case of a barricaded man and an active shooter.

Patrol Division Crisis Negotiation Team

he mission of this team is to defuse potentially life threatening situations through the use of proven verbal crisis management techniques. The team responds to suicides, armed/barricaded and hostage-taking individuals and mentally ill people who need intervention. The 11 person team is a voluntary on-call unit from the DCSO, Castle Rock Police, Lone Tree Police and Parker Police departments. All members complete a basic 40 hour negotiators course before going on the team. The team trains regularly and holds monthly meetings.

Mounted Patrol

his unit is highly visible and very well received by the public. It continues the tradition of patrols on horseback by western sheriffs. The unit has six horses which are owned and maintained by the riders. In 2013, the Mounted Patrol Unit trained monthly. Some of it was conducted in uniform along bike paths in Highlands Ranch. These patrols deterred vandalism and promoted unity. The Mounted Patrol can respond to any civil disturbance or major emergency. With the officer’s high view-point and the high visibility, the nickname “ten foot cop” has gained popularity.

A horse and rider provide a force multiplier in crowd control. It’s estimated a horse and rider have an impact equal to eight deputies on foot. In 2013, Mounted Patrol participated in 12 events including the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo, the Torch Run, the Fourth of July Parade, the basic mounted patrol certification week-long course, the Littleton Equine Medical Center First Responder Clinic and more. 2013 Annual Report

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HAZMAT

he Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) is a multi-agency response team made up of a highly select group of dedicated technicians/specialists from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Parker Police and Castle Rock Fire departments. Due to its dangerous nature, this is a volunteer only assignment. This job requires many years of training, certification and diligence not found elsewhere. The sheriff’s HMRT is on the leading edge of protecting our community. Training Received:  FBI Bioterrorism Course  Hazmat IQ  Terrorism Awareness in the workplace  Radiological/Nuclear Awareness Other missions include ensuring the safety and  Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (RMHIDTA) security of the Justice Center and evidence facilities through analyzing unknown chemicals, sup-  Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) JIHAD threats porting executive/dignitary protection details, processing illicit laboratories, radiological inciTraining Provided: dents and other weapons of mass destruction  Black Hills Energy-Meth Awareness (WMD) scenarios.  Road & Bridge HAZMAT Awareness and Safety Course To accomplish these goals, the team is equipped and trains with an array of specialized detection  RMHIDTA Clandestine Lab Safety Certs  Cunningham Fire Dept. HERT program and monitoring equipment for analysis of unThe team’s primary mission is to respond to criminal releases of hazardous materials, mitigate the effects, investigate and prepare for possible prosecution.

known chemicals, explosive atmospheres, toxic environments, radiological materials and gases. In 2013, HAZMAT responded to 10 incidents. The team also received and provided training.

Membership/Meetings:  Arapahoe Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team  CO Environmental Crimes Task Force  CIAC Terrorism Liaison Officer  Front Range Regional Hazardous Materials

Patrol Division

K-9 Unit

he K-9 Unit was established in 1989 with three K-9s. The goal was to have dual purpose K-9s trained in either narcotic and explosives detection and all of our K-9s trained in patrol functions. In 2013, the K-9 Unit consisted of one commander and five K-9 teams for most of the year, with three teams by the end of the year. The teams deployed 1,888 times in 2013, down 27% from 2012 with 1,228 of those being proactive deployments, also down 27% from 2012. Members of the unit were called out 12 times in 2013, down one from 2012, and assisted other agencies 62 times. The unit participated in 23 felony arrests, 44 misdemeanor arrests, 14 petty offense arrests and 16 mental health holds. The K-9 Unit seized seven pounds of meth, 4.5 pounds of cocaine, one pound of marijuana, 2.58 grams of heroin, 13.55 grams of ecstasy and 67 paraphernalia. The K-9 Unit took part in 35 public demonstrations and community events in 2013. Retired K-9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Axel (left) and Moose (below) passed away in December, 2013.

Patrol Division

Special Deployment Unit - SDU

SDU

his team was used to deploy during large scale or special events such as riots, protests and evacuations. The unit evolved from the original Civil Disturbance Team started by DCSO in the 1980s. In 2013, SDU folded into the Special Operations Response Team. The new team trains six times a year. Deputies from Investigations, Detention and Patrol are on the team.

Automated License Plate Recognition

wo patrol vehicles have been equipped with front-mount cameras and two parking cameras. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re primarily used in the most populated part of the county. The ALPR enhanc. es the safety and productivity of deputies. Automated license plate readers alert deputies to vehicles that have been stolen and that are part of a criminal investigation. The ALPR records license plates and compares them to databases. In 2013, restrained drivers accounted for 72% of the hits, misdemeanor warrants accounted for 16% of the hits and DUI suspensions accounted for about 8% of the hits.

Douglas County Search & Rescue - DCSAR

he DCSAR is is a non-profit, all volunteer team dedicated to providing search, rescue, emergency response and outdoor safety education to residents.

DCAR also taught six classes to students including four Hug-A-Tree and Survive classes at eight Douglas County elementary schools and two Cub Scout open house demonstrations for 521 kids and 25 parents.

DCSAR was set up in 1998 under the authority of the DCSO sheriff. In 2013, there were 46 active members, five reserve members and 13 people in training. They participated in 304 activities, donated 15,985 hours and drove 125,549 miles. 2013 Annual Report

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Patrol Division Community Resources Public Information Office

he Community Resources Unit is responsible for public relations, crime prevention, public education and PIO (Public Information Officer) functions of the sheriff’s office. The unit works closely with the community and manages neighborhood watch, the alarm program, senior services, Colorado Life Trak program, youth programs, community events and other programs. The unit consists of one sergeant, one deputy and three civilians. In 2013, DCSO Chaplain Tim Ralph joined the unit as a reserve deputy.

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Referred 21 neighborhood disputes to mediation. Created emergency DCSO website. Held 66 programs and meetings in 2013. Presented information to the public about crime prevention, ID theft and more.

Accomplishments:  Held press conferences on various issues, conducted media interviews, gave presentations, and released important information to the public in timely fashion across multiple platforms including a monthly magazine.  Increased participation with the Colorado Crime Prevention Association.  Trained on video and editing equipment.  Improved False Alarm Reduction program.  Expanded senior outreach, Neighborhood Watch and Business Watch programs.  Produced a legacy annual.  Attended advanced PIO training by FEMA.  Assisted other agency PIOs in emergencies.

n 2013, DCSO got a new part time deputy who’s also a chaplain. Deputy Tim Ralph works part-time as cop and has been the part-time volunteer chaplain since 2008. Tim’s also the founder and Pastor of the New Covenant Church in Larkspur. On duty as a law enforcement officer, Tim offers peer support and counseling. Off duty as volunteer chaplain, he offers emotional and spiritual support. “Being on the line is a difficult, stressful and a psychologically draining job. Having someone who can not only can do the job, but can help us serve our front line officers is a win/win situation,” said Administrative Bureau Chief Holly Nicholson-Kluth.

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New Deputy-Chaplain

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In 2007, DCSO responded to 5,396 alarms compared to 3,270 in 2013. Considering the number of alarmed locations has increased by 61percent since 2009 (from 7,600 registered properties in 2009 to 12,221 registered properties in 2013,) the fact that we are now responding to 39-percent fewer alarms than in 2007 is evidence of the effectiveness achieved by the alarm ordinance, which regulates the industry. It’s estimated that we have responded to 10,517 fewer alarms in the period between 2008 and 2013 (compared to 2007 statistics.) In 2013, we averaged nine alarms per day compared to the daily average of 16 before the alarm ordinance.

Ra Race-A-Cop

False Alarm Reduction Program

he percentage of false alarms when comhe members of this team are veteran pared to the number of alarm systems officers who know the model traffic code and safe racing skills. They also permitted in Douglas County held steady in 2013 to 99%. That’s a whopping number of care about helping our youth. false alarms that deputies respond to. The Race-A-Cop team promotes racing safely at Bandimere Speedway instead of on public roadways. The deputies also teach kids about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Race-A-Cop team members get to talk to kids who generally don’t seek police contact. It’s a great way to promote interaction between police and kids. The team attended several events in 2013, including parades, safety events, car shows at schools, and the Memorial and Labor Day high school drag racing events. 2013 Annual Report

Senior Program

taff member Tom Cornelius served as chair for the Douglas County Seniors’ Council in 2013 and was reelected for 2014. Tom taught seniors about crime prevention. He also worked with other agencies and the DA’s office to hold the 2013 Fraud, Cons & Scams Summit for 150 seniors.

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Patrol Division Community Safety Volunteers

he CSV program is for residents who have an interest in law enforcement and want to volunteer to help the sheriff’s office. This was the seventh year of the CSV program since it officially began in April, 2006. There were 41 volunteers in 2013. Achievements:  The CSVs participated in the volunteers-inpolicing website. We have responded to many requests for information about the program.  The Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Lone Tree and Castle Rock Police departments participated in the DCSO Academy.  Walt Wohlgemuth received the 2013 Hero 2013 was 21,421, which is an average of 520 Award from the Parker Chamber of Comhours a year per CSV. (For more about CSVs, see page merce on behalf of the CSV program. 68.)  The CSVA was awarded the Sheriff’s Commendation for its fundraising activities.  Volunteers participated in regional meetings District 8 (243 square miles) of leaders of volunteer programs. istrict 8 is the largest of 10 patrol dis Presented the program to Jefferson County tricts under the jurisdiction of the and Wheat Ridge Police departments. DCSO. It’s bordered on the west by the Platte River and encompasses the Pike National In 2013, the Community Safety Volunteers con- Forest. ducted 7,634 patrols, handled 9,986 calls, assisted deputies 1,059 times and conducted ac- Two deputies who live in the district patrol the tivities for the divisions 16,769 times. The volarea. In 2013, one deputy had to temporarily unteers also performed 1,540 VIN checks. vacate his home due to Jefferson County fires.

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Two deputies assisted with scouting the area for drug trafficking operations. The deputies found three sites. District 8 received 394 calls for service in 2013, which is 12% less than in 2012. The deputies issued 87 traffic citations, helped 38 residents, and responded to 78 traffic accidents, medical calls and requests for assistance from other agencies.

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Douglas County Animal Services

School Resource Officer-SRO

ouglas County Animal Services (DCAS) is committed to preserving the quality of life in Douglas County by serving and protecting the residents and animals in our community by providing proactive enforcement of animal related laws and positive responsible pet ownership education.

n 1988, DCSO teamed up with the Douglas County School District to create a School Resource Officer program to positively impact the relationship between law enforcement and students. Today, the program has changed to meet new needs in the community.

In 2013, DCAS responded to 4,123 calls for service from 436 dogs at large to 25 animal rescues. (See graphic on the right.) The DCAS gave 106 verbal warnings, 249 written warnings, issued 211 summons and complaints and handled 380 animals.

In 2013, the DCSO provided an SRO to 15 high schools and middle schools.

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The deputies have completed yearly POST and division training. The SROs also participated in standard response protocol drills, K-9 sniffs and meetings with school administrators on security issues.

DCAS vigorously pursues reuniting pets with DCSO Explorer post is their owners and finding new homes for all anian all-volunteer youth mals handled. That resulted in a 95% live reaxillary organization of Other highlights in 2013 include: lease rate, 80% of the animals returned to their learning for life established in 1983 to support the  SRO unit actively helped the school district owners and 13% being adopted by the Dumb sheriff’s office. The program allows people ages 14with emergency preparedness and safety. Friends League or other adoption partners. 20 who are interested in law enforcement as a ca-  SROs responded to 63 persons crimes, 20 reer to interact with deputies. At the end of 2013, property crimes, 162 miscellaneous reports Notable Events in 2013: Post 10-4 had 20 explorers and ten advisors. The and 56 reports of drugs, totaling 301.  Resolved a case of equine cruelty, resulting in the post is managed by Sergeant Kevin Moffitt and Dep<SRO continued on next page> seizure of two neglected horses.    

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Resolved a cruelty case by seizing a horse with severely overgrown hooves. Resolved a cat hoarding case with the seizure of eight neglected cats. Staff participated in large scale rescue operation during the Black Forest fire; 683 animals evacuated. Participated in public awareness event to talk about responsible pet ownership, including National Night Out, Wag-N-Tails, Colorado Horse Park Fall Horse Trails. Revised and implemented a new barking dog response procedure. Achieved a 94% live release rate in 2013, making a five year average of 92%.

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The explorers train to do traffic stops, pedestrian contacts and investigations. In July, eight explorers and five advisors attended Johnson and Wales University for the LeePack Regionals. The explorers won the 2013 Spirit Award, 1st place for high-risk entry, 2nd place for photo line-up, 2nd place for high-risk stops, 3rd place for night time tactical and 4th place for knock and talk.

Patrol Division SRO 2013 highlights continued...  Deputy Jay Martin taught students about adults who prey on kids in a class called Friendly Faces Fake Us Out and received a meritorious award.  The SROs conducted an annual tabletop exercise with OEM and the school district.  The School Marshal Program was deemed a success in 2013, according to a Douglas County School District survey.  SROs completed substance abuse, and child abuse and sexual assault training.

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DCSD and DCSO Dispatch tested Safe School communications for all schools. SROs monitored parks near schools to take proactive enforcement against drugs, tobacco, alcohol and delinquent behavior. Reduced crime in schools 36%.

Today, SROs are a uniformed presence in the schools, taking incident and offense reports, investigating crimes, and gathering intelligence about potential threats. At the same time, the SROs have retained their liaison, educational and counseling roles, resulting in a full range of interaction with students on a daily basis.

Each of our SROs has completed formal School Resource Officer training sponsored by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO). They also attend periodic refresher training sponsored by the Colorado Association of School Resource Officers (CASRO), both locally and nationally, to ensure that they stay on the cutting edge of the vital community service.

Empowerment Retreats for Girls

hese overnight retreats teach girls about self-confidence, self-respect and taking charge of their lives. It’s an adventure into extraordinary. The retreat, led by DCSO SRO Ann Walton and Douglas County School District’s Staci McCormack, is for 8th graders and high school girls. In 2013, Deputy Walton held three retreats, each with 15 girls. They did team building, zip lines, presentations, discussions and more.

“I made many fantastic, worthwhile friends,“ said one young lady.

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Youth, Education and Safety in Schools

Y.E.S.S.

is the way the DCSO is reaching students and their families in schools. The program has one coordinator and two deputies. The prevention and educational programs use evidence-based strategies for middle school  students. It includes Text-A-Tip and suicide prevention. Accomplishments in 2013:  Three deputies received meritorious service awards. Sgt. Kevin Moffitt was named Supervisor of the Year for his leadership.  Awarded a $10,000 grant from Motorola to help Y.E.S.S. reduce the onset of and risky behavior of middle school students.  Continued partnership and trained staff of Castle Rock and Parker Police departments to teach Y.E.S.S. in all middle schools and more elementary schools.  Y.E.S.S. was taught in all nine traditional middle schools and six of the 11 charter

schools with middle school age students. Thirty-three of the 64 elementary schools received one to three lessons from the Y.E.S.S. team. There are another 31 elementary schools that did not receive Y.E.S.S. due to lack of resources. Taught freshman Up the Down Staircase, a program about the dangers of Oxycodone and heroin.

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his program is in the traditional high schools. Tipsters can send anonymous In 2013, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills crime tips via text messages from their (ASIST) were taught to 88 people and safeTalk cell phones. The text message tips are comclasses were taught to 82 people. pletely secure and anonymous.  Living Works Education upgraded their curriculum in 2013 and trained teachers. Once the text is sent, the tipster will receive a  Phyllis Harvey received a full scholarship text with their confidential code number so from CO to attend the State Bridging the they may give more information if necessary. Divide Suicide Summit in Fort Collins, 2013. Dispatchers with the school district, DCSO, Cas Supported the South Metro Out of the tle Rock Police and Parker Police can contact Darkness Walk which raised $139,371 with the tipsters via text about their tip. In 2013, 1,585 participants. Funds Elizabeth Police and the Elbert County Sheriff’s go to suicide prevention Office joined the program. efforts.  Involved in suicide prevenSuicide Prevention tion statewide initiatives. he sheriff’s office is very dedicated to the  Leadership Douglas Counefforts surrounding Suicide Prevention. ty raised $25,426 for ASIST We are active members of the Douglas County classes. Suicide Prevention Alliance. The alliance has  Deputy Jay Martin rebeen working diligently over the last several ceived two Sheriff’s Comyears on a community-wide approach to suimendations in 2013. cide prevention.

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rad Heyden lives in Douglas County with his wife, two sons and daughter. Brad is a native of Colorado and grew up in the southern portion of Arapahoe County. He started his law enforcement career in January 1987 attending the Arapahoe Community College Police Academy and graduating from this program in May, 1987. In January 1988, he was accepted as a reserve police officer with the Cherry Hills Village Police Department.

tor, firearms instructor, Detention Division corporal and sergeant, Patrol Division deputy, sergeant and lieutenant. Brad holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Management from National American University and a Certificate of Completion of Basic Police Academy from Arapahoe Community College. Brad is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.

BRAD HEYDEN

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS DIVISION CAPTAIN In April 1988, he began his career as a deputy sheriff for Douglas County. He served in the Patrol Division and was promoted to corporal in March of 1993 ission: The Professional and transferred to the Detention DiviStandards Division is sion. He was again promoted to sergeant responsible for conin April 1995 in the Detention Dividucting internal investision. In 1999, he was promoted to Pagations, hiring personnel, training and trol lieutenant. policy management to include accrediBrad served as the captain of the Patation, for the Douglas County Sheriff's trol, Detention, Support Services and Office. Investigations divisions before being assigned to Professional Standards. The division includes the Internal Brad has worked these special assign- Affairs (IA) Section, the Hiring Section, ments: hostage negotiator, K-9 handler, Fleet Management, the Training Secinmate work release coordinator, court tion, Awards, the Commission on Acsecurity supervisor, facility security and creditation for Law Enforcement Act electronic security liaison, transition (CALEA) Unit, the Rocky Mountain High team member to the new Justice Center, Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) verbal judo instructor, less lethal munitions instructor, distraction device in- task force and has a Safety and Security deputy. structor, Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper spray) instructor, use of force instruc-

Professional Standards Division Captain Brad Heyden

Professional Standards Division Professional Standards also:  Evaluates uses of force.  Conducts legal reviews and acts as liaison to the Douglas County Attorney's Office.  Oversees the agency's awards committee.  Oversees the agency’s Accident Review Board (ARB).  Manages the modified duty program.  Reviews pursuits.  Liaison between the DCSO and Douglas County’s Human Resources and Risk Management offices.  Conducts exit interviews in conjunction with county human resources.  Conducts promotional and special assignment examinations.  Is the records repository/custodian for internal investigations, hiring documents and employee commendations.  Responsible for maintaining and updating the office policy manual as well as division and unit standard operating procedures.  Leads and coordinates accreditation.  Responsible for coordinating the Employee of the Quarter program.  Leads and coordinates the Training Unit.

The majority of the investigations were initiated by the administration, confirming the agency takes seriously its standing in the community and values and trust residents place in their sheriff’s office. The IA Section adheres to a standard set by the sheriff that internal investigations are completed within 10 days, unless an extension is justified by a complex investigation.

Internal Affairs Section

his section investigates allegations of wrongdoing and aberrant behavior by staff to maintain the public’s confidence. It‘s staffed by two commissioned personnel at the rank of sergeant.

Disciplinary Process The DCSO is a full-service law enforcement agency with more than 452 full-time personnel. This year our members were involved in tens of thousands of contacts with residents. Most were routine, although a relative few were high stress or critical encounters.

Complaints and Intake The division answers all complaints. Minor complaints are investigated by line supervisors. More serious complaints such as unauthorized force, are handled by Internal Affairs. Every allegation is investigated to its logical conclusion. Often, a simple explanation of procedure satisfies a complainant; sometimes a cursory inquiry reveals that misconduct did not occur.

IA investigates public complaints and allegations of employee misconduct. The statistics found in this document do not solely represent complaints by residents. 2013 Annual Report

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A majority of avoidable wrecks caused minor damage. During 2013, DCSO answered 50,027 citizen Crashes classified as unavoidable frequently initiated calls for service. That was a 3.9% ininvolved a county vehicle or involved an anicrease from 2012. Deputies filed 58 use of force mal on the road. reports, mostly to restrain suspects or violent people from harming themselves or others. All  Fixed objects continue to be one of the agency’s most common types of avoidable of the reports were reviewed, no allegations wrecks. These generally caused relatively were sustained and all reports were closed. little property damage.  Of the 14 crashes the board found to be avoidable, inattentiveness was a human factor frequently associated with the wreck. That included fatigue, miscalculating fixed objects and being distracted by looking at the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT).

Use of Force

emergency response, bad weather, darkness and on a variety of road surfaces.

Internal Affairs Unit Accomplishments:  Members of IA worked with Community Resources to partner with Community Mediation Concepts (CMC) for a policeresident mediation program. CMC was used to mediate certain complaints between deputies and residents, resulting in less formal IA investigations and enhanced trust between the sheriff’s office and the people we serve. In 2013, there were 63.4 hours of mediations. We referred 21 cases to mediation where 12 were resolved, five declined, two made no response, one was unsuccessful and one was a no show. Employees drove more than 2,855,090 miles in  IA purchased stand-alone software for me2013. That results in an average of one avoidamorializing reporting of investigations. This ble crash every 203,935 miles driven. Compared was funded through the seizure board. to 2012, deputies drove an extra 408,197 miles  Captain Heyden attended training in disciin 2013 without a crash. Sheriff’s office employpline and internal investigations and also ees often drive in challenging conditions such as attended Leadership Douglas County. Two sergeants and Captain Heyden attended a Pursuits statement analysis class. The sergeants also In 2013, the DCSO engaged in eight pursuits, attended a Linguistic Statement Analysis compared to nine in 2012. Of those pursuits, Technique (LSAT). One sergeant attended five were in compliance with policy, one resultthe Reid Interview and Interrogation initial ed in an injury to a DCSO member. Most ocand advanced classes. curred at night and four resulted in arrest.  The division facilitated nine selection processes for personnel to be transferred to Accident Review Board (ARB) other jobs or special teams. It also facilitated The ARB reviews every collision involving an promotional process for the positions of seroffice vehicle. The board meets or conducts a geant and applicant specialist and estabpaperwork review after each crash. In 2013, the lished an eligibility list for specialists to ARB investigated 35 crashes, compared to 30 in attend an academy to become deputies. 2012 and found: 2013 Annual Report

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he hiring section identifies recruits and selects quality candidates who meet or exceed our minimum hiring standards. The section is constantly evaluating, refining and implementing stringent selection procedures and conducting comprehensive background investigations to ensure the selection of the most qualified law enforcement employees, those who can uphold public trust. On DeDCSO updated the deputy job description cember 31, 2012, the sheriff’s office was auto require all hired after January 1, 2012 to thorized 451.5 fulltime equivalent positions for complete an annual physical agility course 2013. Hiring Section Accomplishments: in under 99 seconds. The course is com New deputy took over hiring position. prised of eight obstacles. The hiring unit, In 2013, we continued to uphold our stringent  Developed and implemented CALEA realong with several Law Fit instructors and quired recruitment plan. hiring standards. Most of the recruitment for support personnel, tested new applicants  Continually updated the Standard Operopen positions was through advertising on our and specialists being promoted or sponating Procedure of the Hiring Section. website and visiting the local law enforcement sored through a Colorado Police Officer  Worked with the Communications Center career fairs. Standards and Training (POST) academy. to enhance the hiring process. Facilitated two office-wide award ceremo Networked with other agencies to find best nies and presented 129 awards. candidates possible for DCSO. The American Correctional Association  Attended quarterly Law Enforcement Back(ACA) accreditation successfully completed ground Investigators Conference with local the reaccreditation in November, 2013. In law enforcement agencies. August, CALEA or the Commission on Ac Used NeoGov exclusively for hiring and creditation for Law Enforcement Agencies tracking applicants for external candidates. went through the initial accreditation for  Four specialists and one dispatcher who the Communications Unit and became ac- In 2013, the Hiring Section processed more were promoted successfully completed the credited in November, 2012. Law Fit physical agility course. than 739 applications and tested 79 prospecApplied for the National Sheriffs’ Associa Completed the annual EEOC Affirmative tive applicants for employment. Of the applition Triple Crown Award. Received it in Action Compliance Plans. cants, the unit hired 31 paid employees and 16 June 2013 at the national conference.  Input all volunteers and other groups into volunteers. The number of volunteers denumerous databases, obtained fingerprints, creased 15% in 2013 with 16 from 19 in 2012. photos and created files. 2013 Annual Report

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CALEA Accreditation Unit

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the world of law enforcement, CALEA standards are generally considered to be the ‘best practices.’ By attaining accredi-  tation, we demonstrate both to ourselves and to the community we serve that we are doing it right. CALEA is an independent, non government organization. The standards which must be complied with to attain CALEA accreditation are recognized statewide. In 2013, the Accreditation Unit:  Successfully completed initial ACA reaccreditation in November 2012 and will receive the award in January, 2014.  Completed initial Public Safety Communications Accreditation from CALEA in August and received the award in November.  Received the National Sheriffs’ Association’s Triple Crown Award in June, 2013.

Continued the process of ACA accreditation  by successfully completing the 2013 reaccreditation in November, 2013. Successfully converted all ACA paper files to electronic files.

Conducted Communication accreditation through PowerDMS. No paper files were used in the process.

Professional Standards Division Awards

Training Section

his unit is responsible for developing, scheduling and documenting in-house training. During 2013, deputies received a minihile we recognize that everyone in mum 40 hours of annual in-service training conour organization is a dedicated public employ- sisting of firearms, arrest control tactics, Law Fit ee, some set themselves apart by acts of hero- fitness training, CPR, First Aid training, Taser ism and meritorious public service. The division and/or OC (pepper spray) recertification. plays an integral role in identifying and recognizing some of those devoted employees. In addition, many employees underwent training for active shooter, legal updates, detention An Internal Affairs sergeant served as chair of professionalism training, open range days, rathe standing awards committee. The comdar, laser, automobile crash investigation, mittee convened each quarter to consider nom- Intoxilyzer, X2 Taser certification training, and inations. In addition to selecting a civilian, vol- non commissioned self defense. unteer and sworn member for recognition as the respective employee of the quarter, the New hired employees took basic classes includcommittee awarded 129 medals and certifiing ACT, Taser, OC, Hazmat, ethics, anti-bias, cates to deserving residents and employees. verbal judo, rifle training, shotgun training. Some of preparation for the training was provided on a computer based E-Learning format. DCSO members provided training to other law enforcement agencies and the community in 2013. DCSO provided training for local, state and federal law enforcement officers when we hosted active shooter training twice this year.

Training, Career Connect with Douglas County Schools and the Douglas County Citizens Academy. Other training included a week-long N.R.A. basic handgun, tactical shotgun and patrol rifle class which included a student base from around the nation. Highlights of the Training Unit: ď&#x201A;ˇ The unit hosted and provided support for the Army National Guard and Air Force National Guard for Operation Vital Connection. The exercise was at the Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training Facility.

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Professional Standards Division Training Section continued...  The unit also looked at new ways to provide

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the required training to office members in a Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug more efficient manner in 2014, which will Trafficking Area save deputy hours, instructor hours and The mission of the Rocky Mountain HIDTA is to scheduled range time. facilitate cooperation among federal, state and local drug enforcement efforts to enhance comFleet Maintenance Unit bating the drug trafficking problem locally, rehe unit oversees gionally and nationally. This mission is accomabout 250 pieces of plished through joint multi-agency drug task equipment at the forces sharing information and working cooperDCSO. The fleet transportation manag- atively with other drug enforcement initiatives er works with the Douglas County Fleet Manag- including interdiction. HIDTA had some 38,000 er, mechanics and Douglas County’s Facilities, training hours in 2013. Fleet and Emergency Support Services.

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Littleton Police Department to facilitate specific mobile training to those areas. Taught 24 courses in Colorado, Montana, Utah and Wyoming. Conducted three training seminars. Recruited seven new instructors from state and local agencies. Created and implemented electronic course surveys and certificates of completion, requiring submission of the class survey before a certificate can be issued.

At the Rocky Mountain HIDTA Training Office:  They facilitated 52 classes.  Trained 1,828 law enforcement personnel.  Hosted 1,161 students from Colorado, 270 In 2013, the Rocky Mountain HIDTA: from Montana, 189 from Utah, 183 from In 2013, the unit replaced 20 law enforcement  Developed and introduced the online orienWyoming and 25 from elsewhere. vehicles, per the approved fleet budget. The tation training course. It’s being used na Initiative training activity outside of HIDTA unit completed two special projects, including tionally and is the first distance learning sysat the CGIA conference, NHAC training, IACP installing ticket printers in all of the patrol vehitem in the HIDTA program. and IOMGIA conference. cles and setting up nine vehicles and assigning  Allowed for student enrollment from Alaska, them to the School Marshal Program. California, Iowa, Idaho and New Mexico. Safety & Security Deputy  Outsourced eight classes through various There were 601 maintenance requests for vehiparticipating agencies, saving $10,000 in incle service or equipment issues in 2013. eputy Ed Seal is the structor costs. Safety and Security Officer.  Increased participation from federal, miliThe new parking garage opened in November tary, tribal, probation and parole and correc- His duties include ensuring tions agencies. ACA & CALEA standards are  Hosted several specialty courses including being complied with in areas of safety, security CO Coalition Against Sexual Assault, County and sanitation. Ed regularly roams the Justice Sheriffs of Colorado and CO Association of Center and the Highlands Ranch Substation with Chiefs of Police Supervisory Institute and his clipboard conducting inspections and making Open Source Technologies classes. notes about what needs improvement. Ed cre Collaborated with the Morgan County Sherated and hosts monthly meetings to discuss curiff’s Office, Teton County Sheriff’s Office and rent and ongoing issues of concern.

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aptain Robert McMahan started his career with the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office in 1988 working as a deputy in the Detention Division. He came to Douglas County in 1990 and served in Patrol and Investigations. He was promoted to sergeant in 1995 and lieutenant in 1997. He served as a Patrol watch commander and as a SWAT member/sniper and team commander. He organized the jail SORT team as their commander in 2003.

Support Services Division Captain Robert McMahan

Douglas Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Certified Jail Manager.

ROBERT MCMAHAN SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION CAPTAIN

ission: To provide innovative, courteous and professional services to our internal and external customers; to support the operational units of the office by optimizing their productivity and ensuring their safety; and to comply with statutory and contractual obligations, while being ever-mindful of our responsibility to be good stewards of scarce public resources.

The Support Services Division includes Civil/Warrants, Dispatch/ Robert is a graduate of Douglas Communications, Crime Analyst, Information Technology, Records, RecepCounty High School class of 1981 tionists, Reserve Deputies, Concealed and graduated from Colorado Handgun Permits/Statutory CompliState University with a Bachelors ance Specialists and Divisional Administration. degree.

Robert attended the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command in 2004. He is also

As of December 2013, the division had 76 full time staff. Support Servicesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; budget in 2013 was $7,704,673. Its largest operating expenditure was personnel costs.

Support Services Division crime and intelligence analyst with the California Dept. of Justice. The mission is to provide timely and accurate tactical, strategic, and administrative analysis of data relating to crime in support of the agency’s strategic goals and community policing efforts.

The cost of extraditing prisoners decreased in 2013, primarily because of using alternative transportation services instead of commercial airlines, which began in 2012 on a trial basis. The cost was $23,685 compared to $40,219 in 2012, which is 41% less or a $16,534 savings.

In essence, the CAU is responsible for determining and monitoring criminal activity in Douglas County and communicating the information to Patrol, Investigations, other law enforcement agencies, and other sections and units that can assist with reducing or eliminating the criminal activity.

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Concealed handgun permit applications proCAU major accomplishments: cessed by the Statutory Programs Specialists  CAU has played a major role in helping the increased to 3,483 or by 63% in 2013 compared DCSO reduce crime a cumulative 30% since to 2012.  2006.  Regionalized the trend report which inCrime Analysis Unit - CAU cludes crime and pattern data from the DCSO and the Castle Rock, Lone Tree and was implemented in Parker Police departments. 2003 and currently  Recommended the Data Driven Approaches consists of one crime analyst, assigned under to Crime and Traffic Safety (DDACTS) model the direction of the Support Services Division to Patrol and provided analysis, the desigcaptain. The crime analyst is a member of the nated DDACTS area, the time training Colorado Crime Analysis Association (CCAA) mechanism and a presentation for Patrol to and the International Association of Crime Anassist in implementation of the program. alysts (IACA). She is a certified law enforcement  Certification commission chair for the Interanalyst with the IACA, and is also a certified

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national Association of Crime Analysts since 2006. Presented a certification workshop at the annual IACA training conference and proctored the IACA certification exam. Attended the 5th annual Drug Endangered Children conference. Provided a successful forecast in a vehicle trespass series to the Pattern Crime and Property Crime units that directly led to the suspect’s arrest. Provided the Property Crime Unit with a lead on a stolen vehicle that directly led to the arrest of a burglary suspect.

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Civil Section

Warrants Section

he Civil Section implemented an electronic filing process for recording sales documents with the Clerk and Recorder’s and Treasurer’s offices in 2013. We are now able to record documents with the Clerk and Recorder without having to travel to the county administration building. This not only saves travel time, but is also a cost savings to the customer as mileage fees are no longer charged for this process.

he section has seen an increase in the amount of felony and misdemeanor ecords continues to look for new, innovawarrants. In 2013, 1,181 warrants tive ways to be more efficient and provide exwere received; 1,015 felony and 166 misdecellent customer service. meanors warrants. That’s up 9% from 1,071 in 2012.

Records Section

The number of outstanding open and active warrants was 6,695; 835 felony and 5,860 misdemeanor. That’s a .4% increase from 6,276 open misdemeanor and felony warrants in 2012. There were 34 extraditions in 2013. Ten were completed by DCSO, 10 by Prisoner Transport Service and 14 by Northwest Shuttle.

Highlights of 2013:  In 2013, 2,708 civil jackets were served. The revenue collected was $151,114 or 12% less than last year.  Twenty-four sheriff’s sales, to include personal property, were processed last year.  Civil deputies conducted 86 civil assists, up from 81 in 2012.  Civil deputies conducted 153 evictions, down 32% from 226 in 2012. 64

Accomplishments in 2013:  Electronic ticketing went live across the board. The traffic team provided technical assistance to the vendor and records while IT implemented the software.  DCSO partnered with the company Appriss and developed an online ticket payment portal for people to pay traffic citations and fines. This provided residents the ability to pay for tickets 24 hours a day without traveling to the Justice Center or the Highlands Ranch Substation.  The process of public records requests and releases was reevaluated. In December, we went live with an online platform designed and implemented by Appriss to offer both criminal and crash reports to the public through DocXchange. 2013 Annual Report

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IT For a small convenience fee, the public can now access a record’s request form and have the report e-mailed as a PDF document. Once payment has been received and the report redacted, it’s released.

provides a variety of functions for Dispatch, Patrol, Detention, Investigations, Records, Support Services and other areas within the sheriff’s office. The team consists of one manager and four support technicians who rotate on-call duties, one systems analyst who researches and analyzes technology hardware and purchases software and two application specialists whose main responsibility is to implement the New World Systems software.

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These functions include 24-hour support for troubleshooting hardware and software issues,  server administration and maintenance, hardware and software inventory, user logins, per-  Destruction of old records at Ev Tech continued  missions, passwords and security issues for through 2013. It’s the policy of the DCSO to remore than 500 employees throughout the year. tain and destroy records per the current reten tion schedule approved by the state archivist  Technology Services supports: and the Colorado Attorney General.  Hardware such as servers, printers, plotters, scanners and computers. Statutory Programs Specialists  Mobile Data Terminals for the patrol vehihe specialists saw a dramatic increase in cles, Panasonic Arbitrator systems and Authe number of new concealed handgun tomatic Plate Number Recognition systems. permit applications being processed last year.  More than 160 software applications. In 2013, there was a 63% increase in new appli-  Service Tickets - Support specialists closed cations from 2012, with 3,561 new applications 7,130 Altiris tickets for 2013, which is an being processed. In 2013, 1,431 renewals were average of 595 per month. issued, which is a 150% increase from last year. We also hired a contract employee in May to Other accomplishments of IT in 2013: handle applications on Wednesdays.  Appriss, a website program, was imple-

mented for people to pay for electronic tickets, accident fees and records requests. Designed and implemented communications for Incident Dispatch Team. Increased functionality of ATACRaids, which is the crime analysis software. Implemented signature pads in booking. New World upgraded to 10.0 and implemented accident reports. Replaced video advisement and briefing. iMap enhanced to pull data from the database schema or structure from New World.

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Worked with Dispatch in replacement plan for Viper phone system. Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) enhanced to include mug shots from New World. Migrated the document management program Stellent/CMS to the Alfresco application. Added 30 more agencies to SOTAR, the sex offender management and registration database. Implemented Altiris asset management, which allows IT to remotely access computers for upgrades and fixes. Completed migration of Windows XP to Windows 7 for all computers. New World CAD Net implemented.

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Douglas Regional 9-1-1, provides full-service dispatch services for five law enforcement agencies and 11 fire departments for Douglas and Elbert counties. In 2012, the Board of County Commissioners was asked for seven people for shift relief. The current levels of staffing had not changed since the opening of the Justice Center in 1999. Overtime was used to cover the minimum staffing levels for sick, vacation and scheduled training. The board approved six positions, allowing each shift to get one additional position. In 2013, an additional supervisor position was approved and became a relief position.

In 2013, Dispatch participated in these events:  9-1-1 for Kids - A program for elementary his section had an authorized staff of school children. It used classroom presenta39; 26 dispatchers, four call takers, six tion and a hands-on simulator to teach chilshift supervisors, one relief supervisor,

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dren when and how to dial 9-1-1. Safe Splash Swim - This was a child safety presentation to demonstrate 9-1-1. Farmer’s Market - The Incident Dispatch Team (IDT) vehicle and members of the Public Education team gave 9-1-1 materials and helped residents sign up for CodeRED. Dispatch Tours - Local Boy Scouts and area schools toured communications. The tours are coordinated by Community Resources. Tip-A-Cop - Members of the Public Education team participated in the annual event.

Dispatch Accomplishments 2013  CALEA - The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies for Communications began and was completed in 2013. The process normally takes two years. Onsite assessors were impressed with the center and our standard operating procedures. We received the accreditation in November.  Redundant Hosted 9-1-1 Telephone Network Solution using the Intrado system.

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was the first full year of the program. Peer support based interventions are designed to help people cope with a range of illnesses and life circumstances. The rationale for the program is that people who share common conditions or experiences can cope more effectively by discussing their experiences, sharing practical information and offering moral support. The program brought in seven new members as peer advisors, including a new director. All advisors attended 40 hours of peer support training through the office of a police psychologist. The DCSO training was opened up to other peer support groups in other law enforcement agencies. 28 students attended. 

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In 2013, we added facilities such as early  learning centers, day schools and preschools to have extra notification options, in light of school shootings. Viper - This was implemented in early 2013. It was the first completely hosted system  within the state. Coordinated efforts by ISC, Intrado, Support Services and county IT brought this project to a successful implementation. The Castle Rock Police Department partnered on the project. This telephone solution was accomplished with funding from DCETSA. This type of configuration will enable communications centers to collaborate by sharing space on the Viper system, which will save money and create virtual partnerships.

CAD Enterprise - Communications upgraded MSP Communications Aided Dispatch (CAD) to CAD Enterprise during 2013. The platform added functionality to fire dispatching through fire mobile. CodeRED - The new citizen notification system for Douglas and Elbert counties. The Douglas County Emergency Telephone Service Authority (DCETSA) provided funding. During the 2013 fire season, there were several successful launches of the system.

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Peer advisors were also on hand for the Arapahoe High School stress debriefing. In 2013, 10 advisors offered advice to 29 clients and made 40 referrals to other assistance. In all, advisors spent 760 minutes or about 13 hours on peer support counseling.

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The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is fortunate to have a large staff of volunteers who give their time and talent to help our community. We have a staff of almost 300 volunteers who donate thousands of hours each year in Patrol, Detention, Records, Investigations, Victim Assistance, Emergency Management and Professional Standards.

Volunteers

are usually grateful because if they ever get pulled over, they could be arrested.

Volunteers work as Community Safety Volunteers, Reserve Deputies, Victim Advocates and with Douglas County Search and Rescue and in many other areas of the DCSO.

The volunteers may help find fugitives and recover license plates where people’s checks bounced when they paid for their license plates. In the concealed handgun area, CSVs call people to let them know their permits have arrived and are ready to pick up.

We are grateful for their dedication and Toni Reynolds, who’s been a CSV since 2006 commitment to our county. and is also the Community Safety Volunteer Administrative Coordinator, enjoys volunteering.

Community Safety Volunteer - CSV

CSV

Community Safety Volunteers are residents who have an interest in law enforcement and helping the sheriff’s office by providing services to the community which don’t need a sworn officer. CSVs are required to attend the CSV Academy for 10 weeks. Each volunteer must also complete 50 hours of field training after graduation. There are about 40 Community Safety Volunteers, including a husband and wife team, accountants, pilots, engineers and a doctor. Among other things, the CVSs help with civil warrants, by calling people who don’t know they have warrants out for their arrests and help them pay their tickets. Those folks

“I love to give back to the community and interact with people.” The volunteers also conduct house watches for people on vacation or military leave and verify Vehicle Identification Numbers for new cars.

“Volunteers aren’t paid, not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless.” -Anonymous

Victim Assistance Volunteers

All of the VA volunteers have been trained to be a part of the Child Abduction Response Team and most hold a Colorado Advocate Cerhis program assists victims of crime and surviving families in cases of death by providing tification.. immediate crisis intervention, referrals, and VA Volunteers are required to commit to one follow-up support. Volunteer staff work with deputies, investigators and other law enforce- year of service, however they frequently continue their service for many years. We are ment agencies in the Investigations Division. grateful for their service.

Volunteers in this unit provide 24-hour crisis response to victims of violent crime. Volunteers have been providing services to our community since the mid-1980's.

The volunteers must be:  At least 21-years-old.  Live in Douglas County.  Attend 40 hours of training.  Attend one evening meeting The volunteers donated more than 5,700 hours per month. in 2013. The advocates help more than 8,000  Be on call by pager three victims and “co-victims” a year. Co-victims indays and nights per month. clude all of the additional people impacted by a  Have reliable transportation. crime or an event in the county or the state.  Make a one year commitment to DCSO. Advocates must pass a comprehensive back Able to cope with stressful ground investigation and polygraph test prior and emotional situations. to attending a mandatory 52-hour training academy. 2013 Annual Report

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Volunteers Victim advocate volunteers continued...

Reserve deputies complete a Peace Officer Victim advocate volunteers are trained to help Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved in cases of sexual assault and domestic viotraining academy and attend a 12-week Patrol lence. They also learn about the criminal justice Field Training Officer program. In 2013, there system, crisis counseling techniques, the struc- were nine reserve deputies. ture of the sheriff’s office, community resources and grief support. The office has also issued limited commissions

Detention Program Volunteers

efore 1988, inmate programs were almost non-existent and consisted of a small number of religious volunteers who provided nondenominational Sunday church services.

Today, the detention facility has 85 volunteers who provide a multitude of programs to inmates to give them the opportunity to earn an to several special reserve officers who serve as education and resolve personal growth issues. SWAT medics and fire department arson inves- In 2013, these dedicated volunteers donated tigators. These reserves completed a less strin- about 4,000 hours of their own time. We begent P.O.S.T. academy and serve under the su- lieve that by giving inmates the opportunity to pervision of a fully-certified peace officer when better themselves, they may be less likely to doing their jobs. reoffend and return to the community productive and law-abiding members. As one inmate said after receiving his GED certificate, “I don’t have to lie on my job applications anymore.”

Reserve Deputies eserve deputies volunteer their time assisting the office in every day law enforcement services. They serve in all divisions and are required to maintain the same high standards of conduct, certifications and training as full-time deputies. Many of the reserves have other careers. Each deputy has unique talent, skills and training, which is put to good use with special assignments in the office.

Detention Program Volunteers Some of the programs offered:  Quest for Authentic Manhood, which helps inmates understand their role as fathers.  GED preparatory class and a GED program established in 2008 with 204 graduates.  Life Skills.  Thinking for Change.  Alcoholics Anonymous.  Narcotics Anonymous.  Read-A-Book, which allows inmates to read books and record their voices to send to their children.  Character First!  Effective Communication.  Celebrate Recovery.

all DCSO law enforcement records. As part of that responsibility, records volunteers scan and enter each record — which includes offense reports, incident reports, traffic citations, field interview cards, and other law enforcement records into a local database, which enables the unit to produce accurate and timely crime statistics that are reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The volunteers’ work is critical in assisting the records unit to comply with Colorado public records laws.

DECART is a network of community animal agencies, organizations, businesses and volunteers organized to assist the county in addressing animal issues during emergencies. The DECART assists with the following:  Preparedness through community outreach and training.  Participation during exercises and live incidents.  Recommending necessary equipment and supplies needed for DECART trailer.  Response, including assistance with evacuation and sheltering.  Animal recovery.

Douglas/Elbert County Animal Response Team

he Office of Emergency Management along with Facility Fleet and Emergency Support Services for Douglas County relies heavily upon the expertise that is available through the Douglas/Elbert In addition, we also publish a monthly inmate County Animal Response newsletter, The Jail House Rocks that provides Team (DECART). Most memimportant information to the inmates. bers of the team are volunteer residents of the counties Records Volunteers who have an interest in helphe Records Unit is responsible for storing, ing and rescuing animals durpreserving and ensuring the integrity of ing a large disaster.

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Volunteers

Emergency Management Volunteers he Office of Emergency Management receives support from a variety of volunteer groups. The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) District 24 Group supports the Office of Emergency Management on all of our large incidents. They are a vital communications link in the event our normal radio and telephone systems are no longer working. We have used them for severe weather events, wildland fires, contingency planning, and also to establish a communications link with the Civil Air Patrol during severe fire danger. The team can operate off the grid making them a vital resource.

Incident Management Team Volunteers

ouglas County public safety agencies have formed an Incident Management Team consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The purpose of this team is to assist public agencies with all phases of managing large-scale emergencies.

It is the management strategy and organizational structure thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s key to providing effective coordination between agencies and thereby providing an efficient response. This organizational structure is typically the most difficult eleThe group is very professional and well orgament to quickly piece together between agennized to help in many different areas. During cies. In response to this need, Douglas County more complex exercises, ARES helped with the Government has formed a multi-agency team communications unit. We are pleased to partner trained to assist public organizations with the with such a responsive group of technical exmanagement needs of an emergency. The team perts. Thanks to the group for the hard work and is an all hazard team. long hours working with emergency management. The Office of Emergency Management relies very heavily on direct support from the Douglas County Incident Management Team (IMT). Although the team is made up of primarily members from governmental agencies across the county, there are a couple of true volunteers that make up the team. The team helps to manage large incidents that occur in Douglas County such as the contingency planning for the Waldo Canyon Fire in 2012 and the Black Forest Fire in 2013, along with winter snow storms. The team meets and trains on a regular basis to maintain proficiency and readiness. 2013 Annual Report

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the test. At CSOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Explorer Post 10-4 was founded the competiin 1983. The post is made up of youths tions, the kids compete and 14 -20 years old. They play an imrank at a very portant role in the office and the community. Members of the explorer post complete a Basic high level Explorer Academy to begin their service. Once compared to their peers. they've graduated from the academy, the explorers participate in a variety of events includDepartment ing assisting with community service projects, members traffic control and crime scene security. serve as explorer advisDuring their service, explorers participate in ride-a-longs with Patrol and sit-in's with Deten- ers and guidtion and Dispatch. To qualify and continue their ance counselors. They remembership with the post, explorers are receive assisquired to carry a minimum 2.0 GPA and must possess qualities of honesty, maturity and self- tance from a few treasured discipline. Some go on to become deputies. parent volunThe post participates in a yearly regional com- teers. petition against posts from across the state. That gives them a chance to put their skills to

Explorer Post 10-4 Volunteers

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A look back at the accomplishments of

Sheriff David A. Weaver

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Elected Sheriff and served from 2005 through 2015. Led DCSO to achieving the Triple Crown Award and international accreditation in record time. Played integral role in planning and building the Robert A. Christensen Justice Center. Established the organizational values of the DCSO: Judgment, Unity, Skill, Trust, Ingenuity, Courage and Empowerment, which spells JUSTICE.  Best known for fiscal responsibility, leadership, integrity, management, compassion and sense of humor.  Strong supporter of educational programs, such as Alive at 25, Senior Citizens and Youth Academies.  Commanded state-of-the-art technology to be implemented across DCSO, in vehicles and online for residents. 

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Created multi-layered approach to school security with programs including Youth Education and Safety in Schools, the School Marshal program and School Resource Officers. Is actively involved in mentoring employees. He’s provided leadership, management and direction to members at every level so they may better and more effectively serve the residents of Douglas County. Created successful volunteer program called Community Safety Volunteers that is imitated nationwide. Oversaw the vision and completion of the Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training Foundation. Oversees the HR Public Safety Training Institute, board member of the HR Training Foundation, Rocky Mountain HIDTA, Ending Violence Against Women and the Peace Officer Standards and Training board. Also, a member of the County Sheriffs of Colorado, the FBI National Academy, the National Sheriffs’ Association, Chiefs of Police, National Narcotics Officers Association, Leadership of Douglas County Alumni and other boards. 2013 Annual Report

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SHERIFF

David A. Weaver

It’s what you say, It’s what you don’t say; It’s what you do, It’s what you don’t do That makes the difference.

Leave a Legacy

33 Years of Service

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