The Lorain Police Department has several divisions and special units. Each division/special unit is responsible for critical roles within the department related to the safety and security of the City.

• Patrol Operations (Captain Andrew Mathewson, Commander)
  • Uniform Patrol Division
  • Traffic Bureau
  • Patrol Impact Team
  • Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT Team)
  • Underwater Recovery Team
  • K9 Team
  • Hostage/Crisis Negotiations
  • Marine Patrol
  • Police Auxiliary
• Support Services Division (Captain Jacob Morris, Commander)
  • Office of Professional Standards
  • Communications Center
  • Records and Information
  • Computer Technology and Equipment
  • Facility Management
• Criminal Investigations Division (Deputy Chief Michael Failing, Commander)
  • Narcotics and Special Investigations Bureau
  • Criminal Investigations Bureau
  • Evidence Custodian