The Transportation Unit is made up of both Correctional Officers and Deputy Sheriff's, dedicated to providing safety and security to the inmates they transport and the surrounding communities. The unit is comprised of two deputies, five correctional officers and a sergeant. They exemplify professionalism and dedication daily.
Inmates are regularly transported between the two correctional facilities and various locations throughout El Dorado County. Inmates are also transferred to state prisons and other counties, as well as medical emergencies, scheduled appointments and transfers to state mental health facilities. The unit works effectively with many allied agencies throughout the state to complete safe transports. The unit also works closely with local allied agencies in regards to high profile cases and courtesy housing.
The Transportation Unit completed over 6,000 various transports in 2019. Each requiring managing the complexities of inmate classifications; keeping violent or high-risk inmates, co-defendants, gang affiliates or inmates with high victim potential away from each other. This year the unit added a new SUV to the fleet that allows for three different classifications to be securely transported together. This allows for more efficient transports to court or prison where previously two separate vehicles would be necessary.
This exceptional team of correctional officers and deputies work together seamlessly. Utilizing sound tactical communication skills and officer safety techniques everyday to complete their assignment. Their efforts, professionalism and dedication brings a positive impression of the Sheriff’s Office to the community.
Transportation
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In 2019, the Transportation Unit transferred
To local courts
To other county jails
To State Prison
To State Mental Health Hospitals
To local hospitals and doctors appointments
Between the Tahoe and Placerville facilities
Extradited from out of state
4,880
308
145
13
139
638
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