Charity Poker Tournament

Charity Poker Tournament

Join the Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association as we raise funds to support the Men and Women of the Sheriff’s Office and the communities they serve. Read More

President’s Message

President’s Message

Read the latest message from SBCDSA President Neil Gowing. Read More

About Us

About Us

Formed in 1971, the Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association (SBCDSA) represents the more than 440 dedicated and professional members of the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Department and District Attorney Investigators. Read More

Meet the Board

Meet the Board

The Board is composed of five executive officers and six directors that represent sworn Deputy Sheriffs, Custody Deputies, DA Investigators and Dispatchers. Members of the Board are all full time […] Read More

In the News

Mark A. Ward (1948 - 2024) - edhat

Retired Santa Barbara Sheriff's Deputy Mark A. Ward passed away peacefully in the presence of family and friends on November 15th after his second ...

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Law Enforcement Video of the Day

Officers Shoot Suspect Charging with Knife After Failed Taser Deployment

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Jacksonville, Florida — On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Sergeant R. Hoover had been working at the construction site off duty when the supervisor told her the suspect had stabbed a member of the construction crew. She began to chase after him in her car and called for other officers to help her.

Training Corner

Visit the Training Corner for information and resources regarding POST, STC, CNOA, LA HIDTA and more. Please click below to see a list training classes and the latest case law updates.

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Gordon Graham’s Tip of the Day

Changing Toxic Firehouse Culture

Gordon Graham shares his views and expertise on critical public safety issues. Every week, you will learn a valuable tip that will save you grief down the road.

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