California Highway Patrol (CHP) Commissioner Sean Duryee recently announced his appointment of the Department’s new Deputy Commissioner Ezery Beauchamp and Assistant Commissioner Rodney Ellison.

“I am thrilled to have such experienced and respected professionals on our executive management team,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “Their extensive backgrounds in law enforcement and commitment to serving the people of California will greatly enhance the CHP’s ability to meet the challenges ahead.”

As a more than 23-year veteran of the CHP, Deputy Commissioner Beauchamp has held various assignments in the field including the commander of the Golden Gate Communication Center, Personnel and Training Division and, most recently, the Department’s Assistant Commissioner, Field. In his new role, he will oversee the day-to-day operations, the administrative and field operations of the CHP, as well as the Offices of Legal Affairs, Internal Affairs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Risk Management, the Office of Accreditation and Community Outreach and Marketing.

Deputy Commissioner Beauchamp replaces Troy Lukkes, who retired from the CHP in July after 30 years of service.

Assistant Commissioner Ellison brings over 29 years of law enforcement experience to the executive management team. His varied résumé includes assignments on the Governor’s Protective Detail, Investigative Services Section, Community Outreach and Recruitment, and most recently, the commander of the CHP’s Central Division. In his new role, Assistant Commissioner Ellison will have executive level oversight of the CHP’s eight Field Divisions and Protective Services Division.

The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service and Security.