
DIVISIONS
Detention Center Security Division
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Detention Center Security Division Commander
Major Nikki Jenkins
nikki.jenkins@roanokeva.gov
It is the goal or purpose of the Roanoke City Detention Center to protect the community, to carry out judgments imposed by the courts, to provide a safe and humane environment for those committed to our custody and to strive to increase the number of residents who return to the community as law abiding citizens. The functional role of the Roanoke City Detention Center is to maintain custody of pre-trial prisoners and to carry out judgments of the courts of sentenced offenders with respect and protection of the civil, and legal rights of all offenders. There are 4 objectives that have been established to obtain the goals of the Roanoke City Detention Center.
These objectives include:
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Ensure the supervision of residents in a safe, humane, and secure environment while protecting the community and supporting staff in their duties.
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Maintain an institutional environment that upholds human dignity, minimizes the negative effects of confinement, and complies with state and federal standards.
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Enhance management resources, technology, and staff skills through continuous assessment, evaluation, and research to meet the evolving needs of the facility and community.
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Provide residents with opportunities for personal growth through work programs, educational classes, and therapeutic environments, promoting successful reintegration into the community.
Support Services Division
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Support Services Division Commander
Major Angela Traynham
angela.traynham@roanokeva.gov
Purpose
The purpose of the Support Services Division is to provide supportive services to the daily operations within the Detention Center and provide services to the residents housed in the Roanoke City Adult Detention Center.
There are 3 objectives that have been established to assist in accomplishing the goal of the Services Division:
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1) To provide programs and procedures based on positive correctional goals instead of punitive objectives, to ensure no resident is discriminated against because of:
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Color
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Creed
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Economic status
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National origin
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Political belief
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Race
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Sex
2) To ensure all offenders are afforded respect and due protection of all civil and legal rights
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3)To provide adequate and efficient medical and dental services based on sound moral and legal opinions and established medical practices
Court Security Division
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Court Security Division Commander
The objectives of the Court Security Division are:
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To provide a level of security within the courtrooms/courthouse, not infringing upon the judicial process or the rights of individuals, but assuring maximum protection to the community, court officials, and staff.
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To provide a safe and secure courtroom environment to minimize any detrimental effects on the integrity of the judicial process.
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To serve all civil process, and criminal warrants in a professional and legal manner as directed by the courts or as mandated by law.
Major Brian McDaniel
brian.mcdaniel@roanokeva.gov
Law Enforcement Division
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Law Enforcement Division Commander
The objectives of the Law Enforcement Division are:
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To maintain peace and order within the community, ensuring the safety of all citizens while respecting the rights and freedoms of individuals.
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To enforce laws and regulations fairly and impartially, promoting a secure environment that fosters trust between law enforcement and the community.
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To investigate criminal activities, apprehend offenders, and work in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to uphold justice.
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To maintain the safety of the motoring public and pedestrians by enforcing traffic laws and issuing citations when applicable.
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Investigate Motor Vehicle Crashes.