The Patrol Division is the “Heartbeat” of the Midlothian Police Department. It is their responsibility to provide prompt, effective and courteous service and protection to the life and property of the citizens and visitors of Midlothian, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Through the application of a Community Oriented Policing concept, Midlothian patrol officers respond to calls for service, conduct preventive patrol within the neighborhood and business districts, seek out problem traffic areas, and enforce Texas state laws and local ordinances.
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Patrol is divided into 2 shifts... "A" Shift and "B" Shift
THE PATROL DIVISION CONSISTS OF:
3 Division Commanders
- Administrative/Traffic Division Commander
- A Shift Patrol Commander
- B Shift Patrol Commander
- 4 Patrol Sergeants (2 on each shift, 1 Days and 1 Nights)
- 4 Patrol Corporals (2 on each shift, 1 Days and 1 Nights)
- 18 Patrol Officers
- 4 Traffic Officers
- 2 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers
All the officers of the Midlothian Police Department are fully commissioned, licensed and certified Texas Peace Officers who stand by, ready to serve the law enforcement needs of the people of Midlothian.