Captain Kevin Lee is a 26-year law enforcement veteran, serving 19 years with the San Francisco Police Department and 7 years with the San Francisco Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his career, he has worked at seven of the city’s ten district stations, including Central, Southern, Bayview, Mission, Northern, Park, and Richmond. He strongly believes that patrol is the backbone of every police department.
Captain Lee is deeply committed to fostering police legitimacy through strong community partnerships. He believes that trust and collaboration with residents are essential to building an effective and accountable police department.
As a bilingual Cantonese speaker, Captain Lee recognizes the importance of language access and cultural understanding in modern policing, particularly in a diverse city like San Francisco. By bridging communication gaps, he strives to strengthen relationships in neighborhoods that have historically felt underserved.
Captain Lee holds a master’s degree in Management and Leadership and a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Management.
Captain Lee looks forward to working hand in hand with the community to address public safety concerns, improve the quality of life, and ensure San Francisco remains a safe and welcoming city for all.