Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

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PR #: 1300105
Date Issued: Sep 26, 2013 - 7:50am

Nevada Joining Forces Grant provides new radar guns for the Sheriff's Office

CONTACT: Bob Harmon
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
Office 775-785-6235
Cell 775-722-5517

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Washoe County Sheriff's Office efforts to increase public awareness about the dangers of speeding are being helped by a grant from the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety's Joining Forces program.

The $4,600 Joining Forces grant purchased four new radar guns for the Sheriff's Office along with chargers and other support equipment. The Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit plans to use the new equipment during commute hours to encourage drivers to stay safe and drive within the speed limits. Drivers who fail to follow the posted speed limits are at risk of not being able to safely respond to sudden changes in their surroundings, putting themselves and others at risk.

"The Sheriff's Office goal is to make our roads safer by increasing public awareness about the dangers of speeding," Undersheriff Tim Kuzanek said. "This effort has received substantial support from Nevada's Joining Forces program and we sincerely appreciate the valuable partnership that has developed between the Sheriff's Office and Joining Forces through the years."

Joining Forces is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement program that promotes statewide enforcement in the areas of: DUI, seat belt, distracted driving, speed and pedestrian safety. The goal of these enforcement campaigns is to increase public awareness about the dangers of making poor choices while driving.


The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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