The South Pasadena Police Department consists of a number of Divisions each responsible for different aspects of your safety.

Captains

The South Pasadena Police Department is divided into two divisions: Field Services and Support Services.

Detectives' Bureau

The Detective Bureau is the investigative branch of the police department.

Sergeants

Patrol Sergeants are assigned neighborhood sections.

Traffic Unit

The primary duty as a traffic officer is to help reduce the number of traffic collisions by enforcing traffic laws.

Police Assistants

Police Assistants(PAs) perform a variety of functions within the police department.

Records

The Records Division is responsible for maintaining and keeping police reports, citations, bookings and other paperwork.