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+ | '''Miami Metro Police Department''' (MMPD) is the foremost law enforcement agency in the [[Showtime]] series ''[[Dexter (show)|'''DEXTER''']]'''.''''' |
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− | The '''Miami Metro Police Department''' (MMPD) is the main location within '''''[[Dexter (show)|DEXTER]]'''''. It is featured in every single episode to date and is where a majority of the main cast spends their work life. As an interesting note, almost every '''[[Antagonists|main antagonist]]''' in the series has been to the building at least once—the only exception is '''[[Travis Marshall]]'''. |
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+ | As the driving force of justice in [[Miami]], it is featured in every episode, along with many of the main characters. |
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+ | == Counterpart == |
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− | In the '''[[Dexter Book Series]]''', the name is '''Miami-Dade Police Department''' and instead of having a rivalry with the Sheriff's Department, there is a Jurisdiction Rivalry often fought with the [[Broward Police Department]]. |
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+ | == Jurisdiction Rivalries == |
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− | =Ranks, Operatives and Officers= |
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+ | * In the [[Dexter Novels]], the [[Miami-Dade Police HQ]] has a jurisdiction rivalry with the Broward Police Department. |
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− | Being the central focus of the Dexter universe as well as the driving force of justice in '''[[Miami]]''', this location houses hundreds of officers working to keep the peace. Just under a hundred have been named, amongst a variety of other "Vice" officers and homicide detectives. |
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− | ==Management== |
+ | == Management == |
− | As with any type of business or organization, there is a level of management to the MMPD. As an individual advances in rank, |
+ | As with any type of business or organization, there is a level of management to the MMPD. As an individual advances in rank, more responsibilities fall on their shoulders. |
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− | ===Chief of Police/Commissioner/Superintendent=== |
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+ | As Deputy Chief, he directly oversees every officer and detective in the department with only the Board of Directors, Chief of Police, and higher government superseding his authority. Among his responsibilities, he has the right to promote or strip someone of rank. |
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− | This role belongs to '''[[Tom Matthews]]''', who more or less represents the actual Chief of Police in MMPD. He takes on many of the public appearances for the press and operates as a voice for the people, letting them know that his department is doing the best that they can to insure their safety. |
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+ | === Captains === |
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− | As Deputy Chief, he directly oversees every officer and detective in his department with only the Board of Directors, Chief of Police and higher government superseding his authority. He has the right to strip someone of rank based on their actions and as Deputy Chief, Matthews has followed the book to the core when it comes to integrity and responsibility. He will not tolerate injustice in his department but despite his shrewd behavior when it comes to dealing with those under him, he does what is always right and is not an inherently bad person. |
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+ | * [[Thomas Matthews]] (former, promoted to Deputy Chief) |
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− | On occasion, he has problems with his Lieutenant of Homicide, [[Maria LaGuerta]] who plays a dangerous political game along with her own emotions. While Matthews respects LaGuerta's dedication and abilities, she is hindered by personal issues on top of other factors. Originally both Matthews and LaGuerta had a feud when it came to race and gender, but Matthews outgrew this negative squabble and focuses primarily on her personal conduct rather than anything else. |
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+ | He was a Captain for a period of his career in a supervisory role over Lieutenant Maria LaGuerta. He was able to promote or demote officers in the homicide dept. |
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− | When it comes to other operatives in his department, Tom is strict and to the point. If he orders something, they follow and most of his officers respect his command. A few see him as somewhat crude and ill-mannered to specific members of his department, but they understand where he comes from. His relationship with '''[[Dexter Morgan]]''' and [[Debra Morgan|'''Debra Morgan''']] is that of practically a god father. Having been a close friend of '''[[Harry Morgan]]''', he has helped watch over their progress and is actively responsible for allowing both of them into Homicide (Dexter based on his blood splatter abilities and Debra after she proves herself a brilliant detective and asset in the Ice truck Killer case). |
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− | He is currently playing a political campaign to rise himself further in the ranks. |
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+ | Due to a potential scandal regarding Matthews' "little black book of names," Maria secured her advancement to Captain. |
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− | ===Inspector/Commander/Colonel=== |
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+ | == Homicide Department == |
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+ | === Lieutenants === |
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+ | He obtained the position after [[Debra Morgan]] left the force to work as a private investigator for [[Elway Investigations]]. |
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− | ===Captain=== |
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+ | * [[Debra Morgan]] (former; deceased) |
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− | The Police Captain operates basically as he/she Boss above bosses in a specific department. If there is none present, then the Lieutenant operates in his/her place. |
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+ | Following her impressive track record of solved cases and heroism, Deputy Chief [[Thomas Matthews]] chose her as his next Lieutenant. (Of note, Sergeant [[Angel Batista]] was Maria's initial choice.) Initially, Debra found it difficult to work with her team in the new capacity, but she soon adjusted. However, the thrill of being a Detective never left her. |
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+ | * [[Maria LaGuerta]] (former, promoted to Captain; deceased) |
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− | Former-Captain''':''' |
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+ | LaGuerta acted as Lieutenant for the [[Miami Metro Homicide]] Department from before 2006 until 2011, operating as both director and detective. She was also highly involved in politics, trying to further her position. |
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+ | * [[Thomas Matthews]] (former; promoted to Captain) |
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− | Following a potential scandal regarding a "little black book of names" that Matthews had, Maria secured her position as Captain. She has thus far demonstrated a more observatory position, as Matthews had once done before rather than a lead directive (which is left primarily to the Lieutenant of the division). She is rumored to exercise a high level of power by the end of '''[[Season Six]]''' and with Matthews being involved in the death of a prostitute, she may seek a higher position still. |
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+ | During Dexter's preteen years, Matthews was the Lieutenant of Homicide. Through the years, he expanded his knowledge of politics and how to manipulate the game. |
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− | Former-Captain''':''' |
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+ | * [[Esmée Pascal]] (former) |
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+ | === Sergeants === |
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− | Matthews remained a Captain within the department for a lengthy period of his career, arriving primarily on crime scenes as a supervisory role over his Lieutenant at the time '''[[Maria LaGuerta]]'''. He often butted heads with her opinions and ideas, but ultimately left the power in her hands to make things right. When he advanced to Deputy Chief, his direct appearance in cases virtually vanished and he only appears when needing to deal with management within his department. |
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+ | * [[Angel Batista]] (former; promoted to Lieutenant) |
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− | ===Lieutenant=== |
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⚫ | Sergeant Angel Batista is a generous, but stern supervisor. He is the opposite of Doakes, who was always uptight, while Batista kicks back, has a laugh, and jokes with the team. He actively assists in crime scenes with the other Detectives and doesn't let the badge get in the way of his personality. |
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− | For the entire station, it is unconfirmed who the Lieutenant is. However, for the Homicide division, there is '''[[Maria LaGuerta]]''' who operates as their Lieutenant. |
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− | '''HOMICIDE''' |
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⚫ | Sergeant James Doakes was a strict, and to the point supervisor. He wanted the job done and done right. He didn't approve of joking at a crime scene and he was quick to use a curse word to keep those under him in line. He had obtained his position because of [[Maria LaGuerta]], as they were old friends, ex-partners, and former lovers. |
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− | Lieutenant''':''' |
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+ | * [[Angie Miller]] (current) |
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+ | * [[Sergeant Lee]] (current) |
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+ | * [[Angel Batista]] (former; promoted to Sergeant) |
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− | Former-Lieutenant''':''' |
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+ | He served as a Detective under Sgt. [[James Doakes]], until he replaced Doakes after his death. |
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− | '''[[Debra Morgan]]'''[[File:DebraS6Pic1.jpg|thumb]] |
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− | Following her impressive track record of solved cases and heroism, Deputy Chief '''[[Tom Matthews]]'''' made the decision to choose her as his next Lieutenant. Initially Debra didn't know how to react to becoming a Lieutenant and came into the position hard, but as she worked with her team, met a therapist and became more structured in her life the position felt more natural for her. However, the thrill of being a Detective never left and her intuitive thinking process as well as determination in catching the bad guys has recently became a problem for a scandal involving the Deputy Chief being linked to a murder (that she doesn't know about, quite yet). |
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+ | Detective Joey Quinn is a laid back but focused Detective. He offers both sympathy and a strict attitude towards criminals. Unfortunately, Joey is a crooked cop, as he has stolen money from a crime scene. He also has tampered with evidence, and received kickbacks from the [[Koshka Brotherhood]]. Events in his life have made him less productive and prevented his promotion to Sergeant. A major change in his personality occurred when [[Debra Morgan]] advanced to the rank of Lieutenant, and refused to marry him. Joey began to drink heavily, and became a sarcastic, wise-cracking detective who was a shadow of his former self. |
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− | Of note, '''Sergeant [[Angel Batista]]''' was the initial choice for Lieutenant however because of Maria's relationship with him, Matthews felt he could use that against LaGuerta to prevent him from advancing. |
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− | Former-Lieutenant''':''' |
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⚫ | Detective Mike Anderson was a by the book, intelligent, and very observant Detective. His ability to pinpoint the reasoning behind crimes and research their meaning was impressive. His only fault was being rather formal, which led to minor conflicts with the more laid back members of the department. |
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− | '''[[Maria LaGuerta]]''' |
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− | LaGuerta acted as the Lieutenant for the Miami Homicide Department since at least 2006 until 2011, operating as both director and detective at the same time. It is not uncommon for her to visit crime scenes as an active detective, much like [[Angel Batista]] during Season 1 however she is also highly involved in politics. Unlike her Police Sergeant (James Doakes for Seasons 1 and 2, with [[Angel Batista]] taking the role on as of Season 3) who operates as the acting leader on scene with little political involvement, LaGuerta is always getting herself deeper into the politics game so that she can further her position. |
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+ | * [[Jake Simms]] |
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+ | * [[Israel Yale]] |
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+ | * [[Detective Hill]] |
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− | She was promoted to Captain while her position was left open to '''Sergeant [[Angel Batista]]''', only to be taken by '''[[Debra Morgan]]''' based on a decision by Matthews. |
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+ | * [[Cira Manzon]] |
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+ | * [[Dexter Morgan]] - (former; quit) |
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+ | * [[Vince Masuka]] - |
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+ | * [[Peter Layton]] (intern; fired) |
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+ | * [[Ryan Chambers]] (intern; fired) |
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+ | * [[Louis Greene]] (intern; fired, deceased) |
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+ | * [[Young Lab Tech]] |
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+ | * [[Karen]] |
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+ | == Vice == |
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− | Former-Lieutenant''':''' |
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+ | * [[Vice Officer Jeffries]] |
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+ | * Detective [[Barbara Gianna]] |
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+ | * [[Debra Morgan]] (former; transferred to Homicide; deceased) |
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+ | == Narcotics == |
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− | '''[[Tom Matthews]]''' |
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+ | * [[Joey Quinn]] (former; transferred to Homicide) |
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+ | * [[Detective Stewart]] (deceased) |
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+ | * [[Sam Harmon]] |
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+ | * [[Stan Liddy]] (former, fired; deceased) |
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+ | * [[Yuki Amado]] (former, transferred to Internal Affairs) |
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+ | == Internal Affairs == |
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− | Not a whole lot is known about his career at this point, but during Dexter's pre-teen years Matthews was still the Lieutenant at the department preceding over '''[[Harry Morgan]]'''. It is likely, as Tom grew through the years, that his knowledge in politics and how to manipulate the game resulted in him obtaining the role as Captain. |
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+ | * Sgt. [[Yuki Amado]] - |
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+ | * [[Jim McCourt]] |
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+ | * [[Sergeant McKay]] |
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+ | == Burglary & Theft == |
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− | It is uncertain if '''[[Maria LaGuerta]]''' was the next Lieutenant or not at this point. |
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+ | * [[Detective Pratt]] |
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+ | * [[Officer Fori]] |
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+ | == Other == |
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+ | == Records == |
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+ | * [[Camilla Figg]] - Records supervisor (former; deceased) |
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+ | * [[Francis]] - File clerk |
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+ | * [[Young Clerk]] |
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+ | == Trivia == |
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− | Former-Sergeant''':''' |
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+ | * Every [[List of Antagonists|main antagonist]] in the series has been inside the building at least once, except for [[Travis Marshall]]. However, his associate, [[Beth Dorsey]], died there while setting off a gas bomb. |
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− | '''[[Angel Batista]]''' |
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+ | * The exterior of the Miami Metro Police Department in ''Dexter'' is actually an amalgam of at least five different locations that changed throughout the seasons. The places include a false front built against the blank side of a large sound stage at Sunset-Gower studios; an actual building next to the water in Marina Del Rey; a bank parking lot in Long Beach; a parking lot at a Long Beach hotel near the Queen Mary; and an actual Miami building. (The interior of the police station was a studio set, built inside Sound Stage 16.) |
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+ | == Gallery == |
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⚫ | Sergeant Angel Batista is a generous, |
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+ | <gallery> |
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+ | MiamiMetroPolice.jpg|'''Police Dept.''' |
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+ | DebraS6Pic1.jpg|'''Debra Morgan''' |
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+ | Jquinn.png|'''Joey Quinn''' |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | {{-}} |
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− | Angel obtained this position following [[Season Two|'''Season Two''']], likely to replace '''[[James Doakes]]''' after the Bay Harbor Butcher incident. Before that, he served as a Detective under Doakes and the only notable one on the team. |
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− | Former-Sergeant''':''' |
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⚫ | Sergeant James Doakes was a |
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− | Unfortunately, Doakes met with his demise after spending the later part of his life pursuing '''[[Dexter Morgan]]''' and dealing his own personal justice to a couple men he felt deserved it (one was technically self-defense). He was imprisoned when he found out the truth about Dexter and later on killed by the psychotic '''[[Lila West]]''' who attempted to "help" Dexter by getting rid of Doakes. He was killed in an explosion within a cabin, burned to a crisp. |
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− | Current-Detectives''':''' |
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− | Detective Joey Quinn is a laid back but focused Detective. When it comes to crime scenes, he offers both sympathy and a strict attitude for criminals. However, the multiple events in his life have made him less productive as a sarcastic but strict detective into mainly a wise-cracking, laid back shadow of his former self. |
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− | His current partner is '''Sergeant [[Angel Batista]]''', whom he has butted heads with but still recognizes as his partner in the end. This change occurred when [[Debra Morgan]] advanced to the rank of Lieutenant. |
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⚫ | Detective Mike Anderson |
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− | * '''[[Cira Manzon]]''' - Homicide detective that recently joined the Homicide department in Debra's place |
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− | * '''[[Yuki Amado]]''' - Internal Affairs Detective-Sergeant. Former partners with Joey, cultivated Deb as a potential informant against Joey. |
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− | * '''[[Detective McNamara]]''' - Detective who had a personal vendetta against [[Carlos Guerrero]] and [[James Doakes]] |
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− | * '''[[Dexter Morgan]]''' - forensics and blood spatter analyst |
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− | * '''[[Vince Masuka]]''' - lead forensic investigator |
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− | ==Alumni== |
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− | * Sergeant [[James Doakes|'''James Doakes''']] - Worked homicide, was framed by Dexter as the '''[[Bay Harbor Butcher]]''' and later killed by '''[[Lila]]'''. |
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− | * '''[[Camilla Figg]]''' - Records supervisor at the station. Old friends with '''[[Harry Morgan]]''', and friendly with Dexter. Euthanized by Dexter at her request. |
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Revision as of 00:28, 29 May 2020
Miami Metro Police Department (MMPD) is the foremost law enforcement agency in the Showtime series DEXTER.
As the driving force of justice in Miami, it is featured in every episode, along with many of the main characters.
Counterpart
- The counterpart in the comic book/novels is the Miami-Dade Police HQ.
Jurisdiction Rivalries
- In the Dexter Novels, the Miami-Dade Police HQ has a jurisdiction rivalry with the Broward Police Department.
- In the TV series, the Miami Metro Homicide Department has a rivalry with the Miami Sheriff's Department, which operates in a different facility. Both Ramon Prado and Sergeant Lopez were employed there.
Management
As with any type of business or organization, there is a level of management to the MMPD. As an individual advances in rank, more responsibilities fall on their shoulders.
Deputy Chief
- Thomas Matthews (current)
As Deputy Chief, he directly oversees every officer and detective in the department with only the Board of Directors, Chief of Police, and higher government superseding his authority. Among his responsibilities, he has the right to promote or strip someone of rank.
Captains
- Thomas Matthews (former, promoted to Deputy Chief)
He was a Captain for a period of his career in a supervisory role over Lieutenant Maria LaGuerta. He was able to promote or demote officers in the homicide dept.
- Maria LaGuerta (former; deceased)
Due to a potential scandal regarding Matthews' "little black book of names," Maria secured her advancement to Captain.
Homicide Department
Lieutenants
- Angel Batista (current)
He obtained the position after Debra Morgan left the force to work as a private investigator for Elway Investigations.
- Debra Morgan (former; deceased)
Following her impressive track record of solved cases and heroism, Deputy Chief Thomas Matthews chose her as his next Lieutenant. (Of note, Sergeant Angel Batista was Maria's initial choice.) Initially, Debra found it difficult to work with her team in the new capacity, but she soon adjusted. However, the thrill of being a Detective never left her.
- Maria LaGuerta (former, promoted to Captain; deceased)
LaGuerta acted as Lieutenant for the Miami Metro Homicide Department from before 2006 until 2011, operating as both director and detective. She was also highly involved in politics, trying to further her position.
- Thomas Matthews (former; promoted to Captain)
During Dexter's preteen years, Matthews was the Lieutenant of Homicide. Through the years, he expanded his knowledge of politics and how to manipulate the game.
- Esmée Pascal (former)
Sergeants
The Sergeant-Detectives in Homicide act directly over Detectives and Forensics, providing both their insight and supervisory roles. In a sense, they are the middleman between the Lieutenant and the Detective.
- Angel Batista (former; promoted to Lieutenant)
Sergeant Angel Batista is a generous, but stern supervisor. He is the opposite of Doakes, who was always uptight, while Batista kicks back, has a laugh, and jokes with the team. He actively assists in crime scenes with the other Detectives and doesn't let the badge get in the way of his personality.
- James Doakes (former, deceased)
Sergeant James Doakes was a strict, and to the point supervisor. He wanted the job done and done right. He didn't approve of joking at a crime scene and he was quick to use a curse word to keep those under him in line. He had obtained his position because of Maria LaGuerta, as they were old friends, ex-partners, and former lovers.
- Angie Miller (current)
- Sergeant Lee (current)
Detectives
Detectives are field operatives that exercise their deductive ability at crime scenes as they investigate motive, evidence, and determine a suspect. Detectives typically work with a partner, which may be a Sergeant, another Detective, or an Officer.
- Angel Batista (former; promoted to Sergeant)
He served as a Detective under Sgt. James Doakes, until he replaced Doakes after his death.
- Joey Quinn (current)
Detective Joey Quinn is a laid back but focused Detective. He offers both sympathy and a strict attitude towards criminals. Unfortunately, Joey is a crooked cop, as he has stolen money from a crime scene. He also has tampered with evidence, and received kickbacks from the Koshka Brotherhood. Events in his life have made him less productive and prevented his promotion to Sergeant. A major change in his personality occurred when Debra Morgan advanced to the rank of Lieutenant, and refused to marry him. Joey began to drink heavily, and became a sarcastic, wise-cracking detective who was a shadow of his former self.
- Mike Anderson (former, deceased)
Detective Mike Anderson was a by the book, intelligent, and very observant Detective. His ability to pinpoint the reasoning behind crimes and research their meaning was impressive. His only fault was being rather formal, which led to minor conflicts with the more laid back members of the department.
Officers
Forensic Analysts
- Dexter Morgan - (former; quit)
- Vince Masuka -
- Peter Layton (intern; fired)
- Ryan Chambers (intern; fired)
- Louis Greene (intern; fired, deceased)
- Young Lab Tech
- Karen
Vice
- Vice Officer Jeffries
- Detective Barbara Gianna
- Debra Morgan (former; transferred to Homicide; deceased)
Narcotics
- Joey Quinn (former; transferred to Homicide)
- Detective Stewart (deceased)
- Sam Harmon
- Stan Liddy (former, fired; deceased)
- Yuki Amado (former, transferred to Internal Affairs)
Internal Affairs
- Sgt. Yuki Amado -
- Jim McCourt
- Sergeant McKay
Burglary & Theft
Other
- Detective Linker - He assists in finding Astor Bennett
Records
- Camilla Figg - Records supervisor (former; deceased)
- Francis - File clerk
- Young Clerk
Trivia
- Every main antagonist in the series has been inside the building at least once, except for Travis Marshall. However, his associate, Beth Dorsey, died there while setting off a gas bomb.
Notes
- The department is a fictional version of the non-fictional Miami-Dade Police Department of Miami, Florida.
- The official website for the real Miami Metro Police Department is located at Miami Police
- The exterior of the Miami Metro Police Department in Dexter is actually an amalgam of at least five different locations that changed throughout the seasons. The places include a false front built against the blank side of a large sound stage at Sunset-Gower studios; an actual building next to the water in Marina Del Rey; a bank parking lot in Long Beach; a parking lot at a Long Beach hotel near the Queen Mary; and an actual Miami building. (The interior of the police station was a studio set, built inside Sound Stage 16.)