SRT (SPECIAL RESPONSE TEAM)The Special Response Team is responsible for handling situations that are beyond the normal call for service such as crowd control and hostage situations. The team consists of members of the Sheriff’s Office who are specially trained to handle critical incidents with the goal of a peaceful resolution.
WATER PATROL The Water Patrol Unit is responsible for handling law enforcement efforts on the waterways within the Parish. In addition to providing patrols in areas inaccessible to vehicular traffic the unit also is responsible for providing a law enforcement presence at events on the water. The unit is also responsible for enforcing state and local laws related to the vessels and responds to incidents involving water related accidents and drownings.
COURT SECURITYDuring the normal work week the 23RD Judicial District holds court criminal and civil sessions at the Assumption Parish Courthouse in Napoleonville. During these sessions the deputies are assigned to provide security to insure the safety of court personnel and the attending public.
SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS
ANIMAL CONTROL
MOTOR POOL
TRAINING All commissioned deputies are required to attend a basic training academy and to be certified in accordance with the State of Louisiana’s P.O.S.T (Peace Office Standards and Training) program. In addition to basic training, deputies attend schools and seminars and often become certified to instruct other members of the department.
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