The Patrol Division is the backbone of the department. The division is compromised of four patrol teams, specialized units and an Administration Section. Each of the four patrol teams is directed by a sergeant with the assistance of nine officers to include a corporal. The administration section is compromised of a major and two lieutenants.

To better handle the unique demands on modern-day law enforcement, the patrol division is enhanced by several specialized units. They consist of the Motor Unit, S.W.A.T. Team, Canine (K-9) Unit, Street Crimes Unit, and the Vice/Narcotics Unit.

The Patrol Division is tasked with responding to emergency calls for assistance, detection and prevention of crime, traffic crash investigations, traffic enforcement, business checks, and proactive neighborhood patrols. The Patrol Division helps prevent crime and provides a visible presence to the public, instilling confidence and security within the community. Its officers are the first responders who take charge of situations that require immediate action to resolve or mitigate safety issues or concerns.

In 2010, the Patrol Division continued moving toward a problem solving oriented policing style by selecting and training two new canine teams and re-introducing the Street Crimes Unit to serve in direct support of uniformed officers. Additionally, the Vice/Narcotics Unit was moved from investigations to the Patrol Division in an effort to consolidate drug crime fighting resources. The Administration Section assists by providing the flexibility and resources needed for patrol teams to successfully accomplish varied crime fighting initiatives.