Investigations
Detectives
Detectives proactively conduct investigations of crime, as well as perform follow-up investigations already begun by a patrol officer to make every attempt to solve a crime. Plainclothes (non-uniformed) Detectives are supervised by a police sergeant, and typically are assigned to work during normal business hours, but their schedules are adjusted to meet workload demands. Rocklin Police Detectives are considered general investigators, meaning they are trained and experienced to investigate all crimes, rather than only a specific type of crime.
Crime Scene Investigations
The Crime Scene Investigations Team of the Rocklin Police Department handles the forensic investigation of crime scenes within the city of Rocklin. Trained Crime Scene Investigators process scenes for fingerprints, biological and trace evidence. Investigators conduct forensic photography, collect and book all evidence at scenes and testify in court on forensic aspects of criminal cases. Crime Scene Investigators are specially trained to handle the challenging aspects of forensic investigations in a variety of cases.
Task Forces
The Rocklin Police Department participates in three under-cover regional law enforcement task-forces: