Command Staff

Joe Upton, Commander

Investigative Division

Commander Joe Upton began his law enforcement career with the Lacey Police Department in 1992. In the 27 years since then, he has held the positions of Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Administrative Sergeant, and Patrol Commander. Commander Upton currently serves as the Administrative Commander which encompasses Evidence, Training and Personnel, and the Records Division. Commander Upton assists with LEMAP studies on a statewide level and is the vice-chair of the WASPC accreditation committee. Commander Upton has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Pacific Lutheran University and is a graduate of the Northwest Law Enforcement Command College and the FBI National Academy.

Contact Commander Upton

Mail:      Lacey Police Department

               ATTN: Commander Upton

               420 College St SE

               Lacey, WA 98503-1238

Phone:   360.413.4351

Email:    jupton@ci.lacey.wa.us

Investigative Division

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