| WAUKESHA COUNTY METRO DRUG UNIT-The department has an officer assigned to this unit
as an investigator on a part-time basis. Illegal drug activity in the Lake Country area is a never ending
problem, and the Hartland area is no exception. The department has taken several steps to address the concerns
and demands for action. First, the patrol staff has received specific drug identification training that
will benefit their efforts during traffic enforcement activities and while handling other calls for service.
Second, one staff member is a federally certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) and this gives the department
the ability to deal not only with drunk drivers, but also drugged drivers. Third, by being a member of the
Metro Drug Unit, the department has full access to all the resources that are provided by Waukesha County
for drug enforcement activities, as well as federal resources. The assigned officer works the Lake Country
area of Waukesha County, and possible asset forfeiture funds may become available. These funds can be used
to provide necessary police department equipment. |
