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Your Sheriff

Charmaine McGuffey

Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey is a 33-year veteran of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and is the highest ranking woman in the history of the Sheriff’s Office. She held the rank of Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and Major prior to being elected Sheriff in November 2020.

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CAREERS WITH THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is a progressive law-enforcement agency with many career advancement opportunities.

Few are called to a career in law enforcement. Fewer still can meet the rigorous standards required of a Hamilton County Deputy Sheriff. If you are ready for a challenging and fulfilling career, explore our hiring process and qualifications.

Our Divisions

Administration

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This division delivers training in accordance with the Sheriff’s policies, as well as state and federal standards, information systems, and oversees warrants, records, and identifications.

Court Services

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This multi-faceted operation has diverse responsibilities, which include: court security, building security, public auction of properties, felony warrant and indictment, prisoner transportation, registration of convicted sex offenders, and more. 

Jail Services

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We are responsible for the operation of all adult detention facilities in Hamilton County that are under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff’s Office. This includes 437 uniformed Corrections Officers, Supervisors, and support service personnel.

Enforcement

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We provide primary police service to 12 unincorporated townships within Hamilton County, and work hand-in-hand with officers on the road.

Recent News

Congratulations, Oliver!

It’s been a busy and wonderful month for our sweet boy Oliver!! 🐾 Oliver is our agency’s first dedicated Therapy K9, and he serves as

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