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Testing Of Artificial Intelligence Pilot Project Leads To Further Use Approval - 11/04/26

Over the last year, a select group of deputies has evaluated the capabilities of Draft One, an artificial intelligence-powered report-writing tool, in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office.  

 

The evaluation was conducted in phases. During the initial phase, the pilot group used Draft One to transcribe certain misdemeanor offenses and non-criminal reports, while all deputies could transcribe the non-criminal reports. Subsequent phases expanded testing to include all misdemeanors and selected felony offenses.

 

The results of the pilot program have been positive, with both higher accuracy and time savings in preparing reports. Based on those results, all patrol deputies are now authorized to use Draft One to assist with report writing for both felony and misdemeanor cases.

 

This expanded evaluation phase began on October 22, 2026, and will continue for 90 days. At the conclusion of the phase, the Sheriff’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office will review the program’s performance and determine use parameters.

 

We are grateful for the opportunity to evaluate the reporting-writing tool in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office will continue to monitor Draft One’s use to ensure accuracy and effectiveness. 

 

Deputies Test 60-Day Artificial Intelligence Pilot Project for Report Writing

 

In early 2025, the Sheriff's Office partnered with Axon, bringing technological improvements to body-worn cameras (BWC), digital evidence storage, improved Taser support weapons, and enhanced drone capabilities for public safety.

 

As the Sheriff’s Office entered its partnership with Axon, it began evaluating Draft One as a report-writing tool.  Draft One aids deputies by transcribing audio captured through the BWC. The transcription is rendered using a proprietary form of AI as a concise first draft into the report-writing system for the deputy to review. Draft One has built-in safeguards, such as integrated error checkpoints that the deputy must fix, to ensure accuracy. Also, before report submission, deputies will carefully review and edit the draft report to ensure that it accurately reflects the facts of the incident.  All reports generated with the assistance of Draft One will include language documenting its use.

 

Starting October 1, 2025, select deputies will pilot Draft One for 60 days in coordination with the District Attorney’s Office for certain approved offenses. Deputies piloting the program can transcribe select offenses, including DUII, theft, trespassing, criminal driving while suspended, warrant arrest reports, and user-level possession of a controlled substance reports. Deputies may currently transcribe non-criminal offenses, including crash reports, mental health calls, and information-only reports.

 

Integrating the Draft One report writing software is intended to assist deputies in accurately documenting police reports and saving valuable time. At the end of the 60-day pilot program, senior oversight from the District Attorney's and Sheriff's Office will evaluate the viability of sustained use. Draft One is currently used by various police departments throughout the United States.

 

Click here for additional information regarding Draft One.

Testing Of Artificial Intelligence Pilot Project Leads To Further Use Approval - 11/04/26

Over the last year, a select group of deputies has evaluated the capabilities of Draft One, an artificial intelligence-powered report-writing tool, in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office.  

 

The evaluation was conducted in phases. During the initial phase, the pilot group used Draft One to transcribe certain misdemeanor offenses and non-criminal reports, while all deputies could transcribe the non-criminal reports. Subsequent phases expanded testing to include all misdemeanors and selected felony offenses.

 

The results of the pilot program have been positive, with both higher accuracy and time savings in preparing reports. Based on those results, all patrol deputies are now authorized to use Draft One to assist with report writing for both felony and misdemeanor cases.

 

This expanded evaluation phase began on October 22, 2026, and will continue for 90 days. At the conclusion of the phase, the Sheriff’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office will review the program’s performance and determine use parameters.

 

We are grateful for the opportunity to evaluate the reporting-writing tool in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office will continue to monitor Draft One’s use to ensure accuracy and effectiveness. 

 

Deputies Test 60-Day Artificial Intelligence Pilot Project for Report Writing

 

In early 2025, the Sheriff's Office partnered with Axon, bringing technological improvements to body-worn cameras (BWC), digital evidence storage, improved Taser support weapons, and enhanced drone capabilities for public safety.

 

As the Sheriff’s Office entered its partnership with Axon, it began evaluating Draft One as a report-writing tool.  Draft One aids deputies by transcribing audio captured through the BWC. The transcription is rendered using a proprietary form of AI as a concise first draft into the report-writing system for the deputy to review. Draft One has built-in safeguards, such as integrated error checkpoints that the deputy must fix, to ensure accuracy. Also, before report submission, deputies will carefully review and edit the draft report to ensure that it accurately reflects the facts of the incident.  All reports generated with the assistance of Draft One will include language documenting its use.

 

Starting October 1, 2025, select deputies will pilot Draft One for 60 days in coordination with the District Attorney’s Office for certain approved offenses. Deputies piloting the program can transcribe select offenses, including DUII, theft, trespassing, criminal driving while suspended, warrant arrest reports, and user-level possession of a controlled substance reports. Deputies may currently transcribe non-criminal offenses, including crash reports, mental health calls, and information-only reports.

 

Integrating the Draft One report writing software is intended to assist deputies in accurately documenting police reports and saving valuable time. At the end of the 60-day pilot program, senior oversight from the District Attorney's and Sheriff's Office will evaluate the viability of sustained use. Draft One is currently used by various police departments throughout the United States.

 

Click here for additional information regarding Draft One.