The Patrol Division has
four platoons (A, B, C, and D). Each platoon has a Lieutenant and Sergeant who
supervises the shift, and five patrol deputies. The deputies are assigned to
different sections of Burke County's 511 square mile area.
Each platoon
works a twelve-hour shift, with the officers permanently assigned to either day
or night shift. The schedule allows each platoon to be off-duty every other
weekend.
Deputies patrol their assigned beats and also are responsible
for the service of processes including warrants, criminal summons, subpoenas,
show cause orders, juvenile summons, and bond forfeitures. They also respond to
calls for service and constantly face dangerous situations. During the night,
officers check buildings and keep a keen eye focused on suspicious vehicles and
persons. |
