Executive Board
Charles Patnode
– 1st VP, Bastrop Co SO, Deputy
Charlie Patnode is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over 30 years of experience. He began his career in 1993 and has been a member of the Texas Police Association since that time. Currently serving as the Courthouse Sergeant for the Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office, Charlie supervises the Civil Process unit, Courthouse Security Staff, and Bailiffs. He started with Bastrop County in September 2019 after retiring from the University of Texas System Police (UTSP), where he served for 26 years.
During his tenure with UTSP, Charlie held various leadership positions, including Police Inspector II for the Office of the Director of Police and Program Manager for the Advanced Rapid Response Emergency Scenario Training (ARREST) Program. The ARREST program, established in 2016, offers advanced training using a 300-degree MILO simulator, breaching techniques, vehicle close quarters battle, and live-fire exercises. He also served as a subject matter expert in firearms, DWI enforcement, and criminal law, and was an instructor for the UT System Police Academy. Prior to his role with UTSP, Charlie served 18 years with the University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department, where he held positions such as Training Sergeant, Investigations Sergeant, Patrol Sergeant, and Patrol Officer. He also managed evidence and contributed to internal investigations.
Charlie’s commitment to law enforcement extends beyond his departments. He has served on the Bexar County DWI Task Force, instructed at multiple law enforcement academies, and presented training internationally in Mexico through Global Ties International.
A graduate of the FBI National Academy (Class 270), Charlie holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Sul Ross State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from UT San Antonio. He is also a graduate of the Texas Police Chief’s Association’s “Developing Leaders for Texas Law Enforcement” program. An avid competitor in Cowboy Action Shooting since 2004, Charlie has earned top awards across state, regional, national, and international championships.
