City of Folsom Police Department
Sam Spiegel, Chief of Police
46 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: (916) 355-7230 Fax: (916) 985-7643
E-mail: policedept@folsom.ca.us
New Cellular Phone Laws effective July 1, 2008
Law Enforcement in Folsom
Public Safety is a top priority for the City of Folsom. The City’s Police Department traces its roots to 1950, shortly after the city incorporated. Today the department has a staff of 125, including officers and support staff. Together they are responsible for the protection and safety of Folsom’s 70,000 residents and many visitors. Department staff work in partnership with the community to protect lives, property and quality of life within Folsom’s many neighborhoods. Their success is measured by Folsom’s extremely low crime rate and also by results of a recent public opinion poll showing a 95 percent satisfaction approval rating from the community.
Chief Sam Spiegel
Sam Spiegel has served as Folsom’s police chief since April 2001. In a law enforcement career spanning 37 years, he has demonstrated expertise in critical incident management and has worked collaboratively to respond to community concerns and crime problems. His goal is to maintain a safe environment for those who live, work and visit Folsom.
In 2006, he served the City of Folsom as the Interim Assistant City Manager and Interim City Manager, completing that assignment with the appointment of City Manager Kerry Miller. Chief Spiegel is Chairman of the Law and Legislative Committee for the California Police Chiefs Association and is on the Executive Board as past President of the California Peace Officers Association. He has served as an appointed member to the Governor’s Homeland Security Public Safety Advisory Council, and Advisory Committees to the Cal DOJ CLETS, California P.O.S.T. Commission and the 9-1-1 Advisory Committee. A graduate of the FBI National Academy and the P.O.S.T. Command College, Spiegel holds a bachelors degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in management.
Mission Statement
Through community partnerships, the Folsom Police Department is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment that enhances the quality of life in Folsom. With community service as our foundation, the Folsom Police Department enforces laws and provides prompt services to those in need to demonstrate ethical care and concern through a commitment to service.
Comments or suggestions regarding the Police Department's web page may be directed to Sherri Furniss, (916) 355-7326. All other questions pertaining to the Police Department may be directed to the Chief's Executive Assistant, Rose Hart, 916-355-7234.
