1) What is the Chief like?

A lifelong police professional, Chief Bratton is a focused and serious-minded individual who has affected change in the organizations for which he has worked. He is perhaps the most recognizable figure in law enforcement in this country. He is accustomed to success and his hard work has attracted a huge following of supporters from a vast array of communities, including politics, business and entertainment. His recent reappointment ceremony underscored this point, with luminaries in attendance such as former Governor Jerry Brown, real estate developer Rick Caruso, and Hollywood leading man Sylvester Stallone. Chief Bratton and his wife Rikki Klieman consider Los Angeles their adoptive hometown and although it is just as likely to see them at an awards show as a local deli, they both are avowed movie buffs who often spend entire weekends at home watching DVDs.

2) Who is the Chief’s boss?

The Chief of Police (COP) is the highest-ranking officer in the Police Department. As a General Manager of the Police Department, the COP is responsible for the planning, efficient administration and operation of the Police Department under the authority of the Board of Police Commissioners.

3 How do you become Chief?

The Chief of Police (COP) is generally selected from within the ranks of Deputy Police Chief and should have a college degree and at least 12 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience. The COP is appointed by the Mayor and is subject to the approval of the Police Commission and the City Council. The COP can serve a maximum of two five-year terms.

4) What kind of guns do officers use?

LAPD Officers are authorized to use, as their on duty primary weapon,

5) Do celebrities receive special treatment?

No, celebrities do not get special treatment. They go through the same booking and arrest process as everyone else.