649th Military Police Company, California National Guard

The 649th Military Police Company is a unit within the California Army National Guard, headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California. The unit specializes in law enforcement, area security, detainee operations, and support to civil authorities during emergencies. The 649th has deployed both domestically, providing disaster response and crowd control during state emergencies, and overseas, supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Throughout its service, the company has earned commendations for its professionalism, adaptability, and dedication to mission success both at home and abroad.