Crisis Intervention Team 

The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) consists of officers and Emergency Communications Center personnel who receive specialized training for communicating and interacting with people in mental health crises. CIT training is a collaborative effort with law enforcement agencies and mental health providers throughout the county, who work together to promote positive interactions between law enforcement and persons in crisis, prevent inappropriate restraint, incarceration, and stigmatization of persons with mental illness, and reduce injuries to officers and persons suffering from mental illness and their families. CIT personnel are also trained to act as a link for individuals and their families to appropriate treatment and resources in the community.

Honor Guard Team 

The Leesburg Police Department's Honor Guard Team is a voluntary detail whose mission is to professionally and respectfully recognize and honor the importance of our nation's flag and those who have sacrificed for it. The Honor Guard Team performs a variety of functions including funeral details, memorial services, and other ceremonial events as directed by the Chief of Police. 

The Honor Guard Team is organized, managed, and led by the Honor Guard Team Commander who is appointed by the Chief of Police. The unit members possess a high level of military bearing, professionalism, and physical fitness.

Bicycle Unit 

The Bike Unit is assigned to the Field Operations Division under the direction of the Patrol Commander.  The Leesburg Police Department’s Bike Unit is comprised of officers certified through an approved International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) training course. The Bike Unit is used to patrol communities, engage with the public, and provide support during special events.

Canine (K-9) Unit 

The K-9 unit is assigned to the Field Operations Division under the direction of a Patrol Commander. The Leesburg Police Department’s K-9 Unit is comprised of law enforcement officers partnered with highly trained canines. Our K-9’s are trained in tracking, apprehension, as well as the detection of narcotics.

 Unmanned Aircraft System Team

Our UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) program utilizes cutting-edge drone technology to enhance our law enforcement capabilities. From assisting in emergency response to aiding in search and rescue operations, our trained officers utilize drones to effectively and safely serve our community. 

 Firearms Training Unit

The Firearms Training Unit provides training for weapons handling and skills necessary for the safe and proficient  use of firearms.  It also provides scenario-based training for critical decision making. Firearm qualification courses are conducted biannually.  Specialty courses are also offered throughout the year as well as additional monthly training days.  The training unit has a team of Department of Criminal Justice Services Certified Firearms Instructors overseeing all training.

Field Training Officer Program

The Field Training Officer Program falls under the Field Operations Division under the direction of a Patrol Commander. The purpose of the program is to train and evaluate new officers so that each is prepared to function as a solo patrol officer. The training generally consists of 12 weeks of intensive training and daily performance evaluations.

Emergency Response Team - Tactical & Negotiations Elements

The goal of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) is to save lives and resolve incidents while attempting to avoid unnecessary risk to officers, citizens, victims, and subjects. 

The purpose of the Emergency Response Team – Negotiations (ERT-N) is to complement the department’s total service to the community by deploying specially trained crisis negotiators during critical incidents, hostage and/or crisis situations.  Members of ERT-N are comprised of Leesburg Police Officers and supported by Loudoun County Mental Health Clinicians.  Negotiations team members must complete extensive training to become a member and participate in monthly trainings to remain on the team.

The ERT-N is separate from the Emergency Response Team Tactical (ERT-T) but works hand in hand with them to resolve situations quickly and as peacefully as possible.