Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms Department
The Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms Department is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in California, established on December 15, 1849. Today’s Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms Department employs 40 professional personnel including command staff, Protective Services Division (peace officers), Member Services Division and support staff.
The Sergeant-at-Arms Department provides a safe and secure environment throughout the Capitol Complex and anywhere in the state where the business of the Assembly is conducted. Through custom and practice, the Sergeant-at-Arms performs a number of protocol and ceremonial duties. These include joint Conventions such as the State of the State Address and formal visits from foreign dignitaries to the California State Assembly.
Protective Services
