The patrol division of the Essex County Sheriff’s Office consists of sworn police officers who have attended and graduated from the Zone 9 Police Academy.

Patrol division is responsible for serving Civil Processes, along with transporting inmates to various courts, hospitals, doctor appointments, etc.

The deputies assigned to patrol also enforce the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law, Penal Law and other laws of New York State. 

Deputies also investigate Motor Vehicle Accidents.

In the event of natural disasters deputies are made available to assist the areas affected.

Some of the deputy sheriffs have been trained as EMTs and assist the local ambulance squads of Essex County. 

All deputy sheriffs have training in first aid and CPR/AEDs.

The Sheriff’s Office has certified child safety seat technicians, these technicians are available to inspect seats and educated the proper installation of these seats