Divisions
The divisions that comprise the Brighton Police Department (BPD) are responsible for citizen safety, crime prevention, apprehending those who commit a crime, public order, and safety education. The department is service-oriented and serves the community by building partnerships to address crime and crime-related problems, which is commonly referred to as a community-oriented or community-based policing philosophy.
The BPD is divided into the divisions listed below.
Patrol
The women and men assigned to the Patrol Division are the uniformed police officers responsible for responding to calls for service in the City of Brighton. They respond to all emergencies and initiate all criminal investigations.
Learn more about Patrol at BPD.
Investigations
The Brighton Police Investigations Unit is comprised of investigators, property and evidence professionals, and an intel analyst and is overseen by the investigations commander. The sergeants, detectives, and investigations technicians investigate all felony level crimes in the city, such as homicides, assaults, auto theft, forgeries, and more. They work closely with victims, witnesses, and the District Attorney's office to file cases.
Learn more about Investigations at BPD.
Professional Standards
The Professional Standards and Training Division is responsible for internal and external training, maintaining organizational integrity, and policy management. This division also oversees records, and property and evidence. The records section is responsible for the retention and release of police records. Property and evidence manages all of the evidence booked in by officers and detectives and provides crime scene processing technology and assistance.
Learn more about Professional Standards at BPD.
Support Services
Support Services includes both the Community Services and Youth Services divisions. The Community Services Division provides non‑emergency services to the public. Community Service Officers are responsible for enforcing the Municipal Codes of the City of Brighton, including loose animals, animal-related violations, and violations that influence the quality of life for Brighton residents. The Youth Services Division includes School Resource Officers involved in year-round services and programs to benefit and guide the youth in 27J Schools and the Brighton community.