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Welcome to the West Valley Division

The Sheriff’s Office West Valley Division, based in Cupertino, serves the community with 87 dedicated personnel. Led by Captain Neil Valenzuela, Cupertino’s Chief of Police, the West Valley Division is committed to keeping Cupertino safe through professional, responsive, and community-focused law enforcement.

Need assistance?

  • If you are having an emergency, dial 911.
  • For non-emergencies or to request an officer, call (408) 299-2311. This number also connects cell phone callers in emergencies

For more details about the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, please visit the Sheriff’s Office website.

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About Sheriff's Office West Valley Division

The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, West Valley Division, provides law enforcement services to:

  • Cupertino
  • Saratoga
  • Los Altos Hills
  • Moffett
  • Unincorporated areas of western Santa Clara County

The division also contracts with the Santa Clara County Superior Court, Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), and County Parks Department. Across the county, the Sheriff’s Office employs 1,429 sworn personnel serving in various divisions.

Cupertino Law Enforcement
In Cupertino, 28 deputies are dedicated to community safety:

  • 4 Traffic Enforcement Officers (3 on motorcycles, 1 in a patrol car)
  • 2 School Resource Officers serving the City’s 14 schools
  • 1 School-Related Incidents Deputy
  • 21 Patrol Deputies providing 24/7 coverage

Community Commitment
The Sheriff’s Office emphasizes progressive law enforcement and strong community partnerships. Deputies are active at Cupertino events and provide additional community services such as:

  •  Child Fingerprinting
  •  Property ID
  • Teen Academy
  • Vacation Patrol Checks
  • Child Safety Seat Inspections