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Deputy Spotlight: Sergeant Ormica Thomas
A detention deputy gives someone the opportunity to help people turn their lives around; put skills and experience to good
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The K-9 Life
A police dog, also known as K-9, is a dog specifically trained to assist law enforcement officers. The two common
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A New Badge of Honor for Veterans to Wear
As with any change in career path, the transition from the military to civilian life is a big deal. The
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Ideas for Building Positive Community and Police Relations
There is a growing emphasis on law enforcement agencies building relationships with the community they serve. Here in Lexington County,
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Deputy Spotlight: Carleisha Gilliam
Investigator Carleisha Gilliam knew she wanted to work in law enforcement at an early age. Gilliam told people, even at
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Law Enforcement Jobs Explained: The Role of a School Resource Officer
Law enforcement is one of those jobs with a vast array of possibilities and multiple routes you can choose for
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Getting Prepared for a Career in Law Enforcement
With the high level of responsibility and trust given to those in law enforcement, you can expect the hiring standards
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Benefits of Working in Detention
Whether you know a career in law enforcement is right for you and you’re looking for the right role or
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Deputy Spotlight: James Davenport
Detention Sergeant James Davenport grew up just a few-hundred feet from the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. He remembers watching the
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