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The City of Los Angeles is 468 square miles

The LAPD was established in 1869

The LAPD badge, motto, uniform and acronym are the Intellectual Property of the City of Los Angeles



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Jail Division

150 North Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-485-2547

The Los Angeles Police Department is under no statutory obligation to provide or maintain its own jail system but does so because of the vital support and assistance it renders both to the community and to the various law enforcement agencies it services. Jail Division’s primary and ongoing mission is to discharge its legal duties and responsibilities promptly and efficiently, and in such a manner as to ensure that all individuals are accorded professional and dignified treatment. The Commanding Officer of Jail Division is Captain Patrick K. Findley.

For jail and custody related questions, visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) section.