Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office, located in Lancaster, Ohio, is a central institution in ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents of Fairfield County. With a broad range of responsibilities from law enforcement, jail operations, court security, to civil process, the Fairfield County sheriff's department is committed to the delivery of effective, efficient, and responsive services.
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Location and Contact Details
Fairfield County Sheriff's Office Address: 221 E. Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Phone: (740) 652-7900 Email: [email protected] Website: Fairfield County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff’s Department Responsibilities
The local sheriff's office is headed by the Sheriff who is elected by the people of the county. The sheriff is responsible for preserving peace within the county, operating the county jail, serving court papers, and performing all duties related to misdemeanors and traffic infractions within the county. Additionally, the sheriff's office also handles background checks, the sex offender registry, and the most wanted list for the county.
Civil Process
As part of its functions, the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office handles civil processes, which involve the service of court documents and eviction notices among other civil papers.
Arrest Warrants Search
Active Arrest Warrants
Active arrest warrants are orders issued by a judge or a magistrate, upon the request of law enforcement, to arrest and detain an individual accused of a crime. Active warrants are kept on file in Fairfield County until they are executed, cancelled, or expire.
Warrant Lookup
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office maintains an online system to allow the public to search for active arrest warrants in the county. This Fairfield County warrant lookup system can be accessed on the Sheriff's Office website.
Please note that while every effort is made to keep this database accurate and up-to-date, it should not be considered a definitive source of warrant information, and individuals with active warrants should not be confronted directly. If you have information about someone with an active warrant, contact the Sheriff's Office directly.
Arrest Records Search
In addition to the warrant lookup, the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office also allows the public to search for arrest records. An arrest records search can provide information about a person's criminal history, including past arrests, convictions, and sentences.
The Sheriff's Office has an online tool where the public can conduct an arrest records search. To protect individual privacy rights, certain information might be withheld or redacted.
Criminal Records and Background Checks
Criminal records, which include a detailed list of an individual’s criminal history, are also maintained by the Sheriff’s Office. These records contain information about felonies, misdemeanors, and other offenses committed by an individual.
For background checks, these records are especially useful. The Sheriff’s Office allows for background checks to be conducted for employment purposes, licensing, or personal reasons. Request for these checks can be made via their website or in person at their office.
Sex Offender Registry
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office maintains a sex offender registry to provide information to the public about individuals convicted of sex offenses who are living in the community. The registry is designed to enhance public safety by providing a means forlocal residents to stay informed about the presence of sex offenders in their neighborhood. This information is accessible through the Fairfield County Sex Offender Registry.
Most Wanted List
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office also maintains a Most Wanted List of individuals with active arrest warrants who have not yet been apprehended. The list is updated regularly and can be accessed via the Sheriff's Office Most Wanted webpage.
The Sheriff's Office encourages citizens to report any information they may have about the whereabouts of individuals on the Most Wanted List, but advises against direct confrontation or attempted apprehension.
Bail Bonds
Bail bonds are also managed by the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office. If someone is arrested and charged with a crime in Fairfield County, the court will usually set a bail amount. If the accused cannot afford to pay the bail, they can use a bail bondsman who will post bail on their behalf. This service requires a non-refundable fee which is usually a percentage of the total bail amount.
Fairfield County Police Departments
While the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office oversees law enforcement at the county level, there are also various city and township police departments operating within Fairfield County. These departments handle law enforcement at a more local level, within their respective jurisdictions.
Each police department has its own procedures for handling things like arrest records and warrants. If you are looking for information about a specific department or jurisdiction within Fairfield County, it would be advisable to contact that department directly.
Emergency and Non-Emergency Contact
For emergencies, dial 911 immediately.
For non-emergencies or to report a crime, the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office can be reached at their non-emergency phone number, (740) 652-7900. Remember, if you have information about a crime or a person with an active arrest warrant, you should report it to law enforcement directly.
Criminal Investigation Division
The Criminal Investigation Division of the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the investigation of serious crimes and incidents. This includes homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, burglaries, and other felony crimes. They also investigate missing persons and cases of suspected child abuse.
Special Response Team
The Special Response Team (SRT) of the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is a group of highly trained deputies that respond to critical incidents within the county. This includes high-risk warrant service, hostage situations, barricaded subjects, and active shooter incidents.
School Resource Officers
The Sheriff's Office provides School Resource Officers (SROs) to various schools within Fairfield County. These SROs work in collaboration with school administrators to provide a safe learning environment, teach students about law enforcement, and serve as mentors to students.
Community Services and Programs
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office also offers a variety of community services and programs. These include Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), Neighborhood Watch programs, a Citizen's Police Academy, a Sheriff's Mounted Unit, and a Chaplaincy program. Information about these services can be found on the Community Services and Programs page of the Sheriff's Office website.
Records Division
The Records Division of the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is tasked with the maintenance and provision of various records. These include incident and accident reports, fingerprints for employment and licensing, concealed carry licenses, and local background checks. They also provide information to insurance companies, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
Human Resources Division
The Human Resources Division of the Sheriff's Office manages the recruitment and hiring process for the department. They advertise job vacancies, coordinate the hiring process, manage personnel files, and handle other HR functions for the Sheriff's Office.
Vehicle Impound Lot
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office operates a vehicle impound lot for vehicles that have been towed due to being involved in a crime, abandoned, or for other legal reasons. Information about the impound lot, including procedures for retrieving an impounded vehicle, can be found on the Impound Lot page of the Sheriff's Office website.
Clerk of Courts
The Fairfield County Clerk of Courts is an important point of contact for information related to court cases, including criminal cases. The Clerk's office maintains court records and can provide information about specific cases, including cases related to active arrest warrants. The office is located at 224 E. Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 and can be contacted at (740) 652-7360. You can also visit the Clerk of Courts' website for more information.
Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit provides highly trained police dogs to assist in various law enforcement duties. These dogs are used for narcotics detection, tracking, and apprehending suspects, among other tasks.
Public and Media Relations
The Sheriff's Office is committed to maintaining open lines of communication with the public and the media. News releases and other public information are regularly posted on the News Releases page of the Sheriff's Office website.