The Patrol Section is comprised of (1) Lieutenant, (4) Sergeants, and (17) Police Officers. The Patrol Section is considered the backbone of the Camillus Police Department. The Patrol Section is the most visible section of the police department, providing around the clock service to the citizens and visitors to Camillus. They are the uniformed officers who provide the first line of defense for the public's safety. Each police officer works to protect life & property, uphold the civil rights of individuals, preserve public peace, provide citizen assistance, enforce criminal and motor vehicle laws, and respond to emergency situations.