Public Safety

Although the County of San Diego’s crime rate has been low compared to the past 40 years, property crime (burglary, larceny theft, and motor vehicle theft) rate per 1000 people from 2020 to 2021 increased by 9%, while violent crime (homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault) rate per 1000 increased by 8%.

Public Safety Group
San Diego County’s Public Safety Group work together to provide law enforcement and public safety services while also playing a key role in preparing for and responding to natural disasters and emergency. The group includes two departments that are elected officials: the Sheriff’s Department and the County District Attorney.