The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is a law enforcement agency that maintains a staff of more than 4,000 employees. It provides a range of court and management services for citizens in Del Mar, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, Lemon Grove, Poway and Vista in California. The department has over five detention facilities that house inmates. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department also offers patrol, traffic and investigative solutions. It provides civil processing services and operates a human resources bureau. In addition, the department issues permits and licenses. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department provides volunteer opportunities. It investigates cases related to identity theft, false impersonation and credit card offenses. The department is governed by San Diego County in California.