CORE VALUES AND MINOR HISTORY

Question 1

Complete this quote from the LASD Mission Statement: ‘To partner with the community to proactively _____ crime, enforce the law fairly, and enhance the public’s trust through transparency and accountability.’

Answer 1

prevent

This emphasizes the proactive approach of LASD towards crime prevention.

Question 2

What does the LASD mission say about public trust?

Answer 2

‘Enhance the public’s trust through transparency and accountability.’

This highlights the importance of trust in community policing.

Question 3

According to LASD, what are the three actions that form the foundation of their core values?

Answer 3

‘Lead with compassion, serve with humility, and courageously seek justice for all.’

These actions guide LASD’s interactions with the community.

Question 4

Complete this core values quote: ‘Serve with _____, and courageously seek justice for all.’

Answer 4

humility

Humility is a key value in the service provided by LASD.

Question 5

Who wrote the LASD creed and what are key qualities they emphasize?

Answer 5

Deputy David W. March; ‘I will not falter in the face of adversity’, ‘I will be honest’, ‘I will continuously strive to better myself professionally, physically, and mentally.’

Deputy March’s creed is foundational to the values of LASD.

Question 6

Complete this quote from the LASD creed: ‘My goal is to be better today than yesterday, better tomorrow than _____.’

Answer 6

today

This reflects the commitment to continuous improvement.

Question 7

What does Deputy March say about purpose in the LASD creed?

Answer 7

‘My purpose is to enforce the law with fairness and integrity, to protect the innocent and weak from those who prey on them.’

This defines the core mission of law enforcement within LASD.

Question 8

When was the LASD founded, and what does this reflect about its legacy?

Answer 8

1850 – It reflects over 170 years of law enforcement tradition and adaptation in LA County.

This historical context emphasizes the long-standing nature of LASD.

Question 9

Which LASD sheriff is known for modernizing the department and implementing technological advancements in the 1960s–80s?

Answer 9

Sheriff Peter J. Pitchess (1958–1981)

Pitchess was instrumental in bringing modern practices to LASD.

Question 10

What quote from the LASD history highlights their use of technology in the 1970s?

Answer 10

‘In 1972, the LASD created an Automated Index System… allowing access to criminal history, fingerprint data, and more.’

This advancement marked a significant step in law enforcement technology.