Until 1910 law enforcement in the city of Cambridge was the sole responsibility of Bailiffs, who served as the Chief of police, and seasonal officers. Seasonal officers worked from October 1 to the end of April, and were needed because of the booming oyster industry.
The policing of Cambridge continued to be under the direction of court bailiffs until 1910 when Charles G. Pritchett was named Chief of Police.
Our current Chief of Police is Justin Todd with 35 officers. Chief Todd is a graduate of the National FBI Academy class# 258 .