Commentary
Over the last three decades, law enforcement entities have become increasingly dependent on federal grants to fund their day-to-day operations.
President Joe Biden delivers remarks as Vice President Kamala Harris stands by in the East Room at the White House in Washington on May 10, 2021. Kevin Lamarque/Reuters
Douglas Eckenrod
Author
Douglas Eckenrod is the retired deputy director for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Division of Adult Parole Operations. He has dedicated his career to improving the effectiveness of California’s criminal justice system and the safety of those who work in it. In retirement, Eckenrod shares his expertise and experience with policy and lawmakers in efforts support improvements to public safety. Over his 21-year law-enforcement career, he has worked in, supervised, and managed California State Parole’s Sex Offender, Gang, and Fugitive operations. He was also chair of the State’s Weapons and Safety Committee, managed Peace Officer Academy Operations, and oversaw Parole operations for the entire State of California. Eckenrod is a graduate of the Los Angeles Police Departments Leadership Academy.
