The Lodi Police Department subscribes to the community policing philosophy and works closely with neighborhood groups and business owners to promote a safer community. This approach builds on basic policing practices and emphasizes prevention.

The city is divided into 3 districts which encompass 5 patrol beats.  This allows Police Officers assigned to a particular district, the ability to get to know the citizens living there and address crime-related problems by the use of preventative measures.
 

 

 
Sunset District
The Sunset District's geographical borders are generally east to Hutchins Street, north to city limits, west to the city limits, and south to city limits.

Heritage District
The Heritage District's geographical borders are generally west to Hutchins Street, north to the city limits, west to the city limits and south to city limits but excluding the area of the Central District.

Central District
The Central District's geographical borders are generally west to Hutchins Street, north to Elm Street, south to Vine Street and East to Cherokee lane.