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WELCOME TO THE CLEVELAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE WEBSITE

Our mission is to maintain a high quality of life for all residents and visitors of Cleveland County by providing competent and professional Law Enforcement Services, Detention Facilities, and clear, effective Communication Services, while working in partnership with our citizens to develop policing services to meet the unique needs of the community, while ensuring fairness, equal treatment and protection to all. 

OUR SERVICES

Detention

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division consists of two facilities, The Cleveland County Detention Center and the Law Enforcement Detention Center. Both facilities are manned twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Law Enforcement

The Patrol Division's primary responsibility is to respond to calls for service in the unincorporated areas and small municipalities of the 485 square mile county. This responsibility includes conducting preliminary criminal investigations and the enforcement of North Carolina General Statues. These services are offered twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Civil Services

The Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Office currently falls under the command of the Administrative Captain. This unit is responsible for the service and execution of various processes issued by and for the Courts of North Carolina.

Court Security

Court security is an essential function of the Sheriff's Office. These officers maintain security of the courtrooms by serving as a bailiff while court is in session. They also are responsible for serving warrants, manning the X-ray machine and metal detectors which are located at the front door of the courthouse.

Victim Services

Our mission is to improve our community by working to meet the varying needs of crime victims, protecting the rights of victims, and providing a safe place for victims to receive support, education, and appropriate referrals. Victims of crime respond to trauma in different ways and have different needs.

Training and Recruitment

The Sheriff’s Office hires highly motivated men and women who enjoy working with the public. We emphasize training and skill development well in excess of State certification requirements. Each new deputy is required to go through a comprehensive field training for a minimum of 12 weeks.

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🚨 SCAM ALERT! 🚨 

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office has received an increase in Bitcoin and Bond scams. The scammer might impersonate an officer over the phone and demand payment for a fake warrant.

❌ DO NOT fall for these scammers! They may demand personal information, money for alleged warrants, bond amounts, or even threaten arrest. Often, they ask for payments using PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, Gift Cards, and even digital currency, including Bitcoin.

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office would never call you demanding payment for a warrant, and we do not offer half-off bonds. If you receive a call from someone like this, hang up and feel free to contact our agency at 📞 704-484-4888!

👀 Please read and share these safety tips with your loved ones:

~Be suspicious! ❗
~Be diligent in all financial transactions. 🔒
~Only scammers will demand payment in cryptocurrency. 🛑
~Only scammers will guarantee profits 💹 or big returns. 💸
~No government official or agency will ask for payment in Bitcoin. 🚫
~Don’t send money 💵 to someone you’ve never met in person. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑
~If an investment sounds too good to be true, it’s too good to be true. 🤔
~Don’t trust anyone promising quick and easy money 💰 in the crypto market.
🐰 **Happy Easter from the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office!** 🐣 

Wishing you a day filled with joy, family, and safety. Enjoy the celebrations, travel responsibly, and look out for one another. 

Stay safe and have a wonderful Easter! 🌸💙 

#HappyEaster #CommunityFirst
🚨 We're Hiring! Join Our Detention Maintenance Team 🚨

Looking for a new opportunity? Step into an essential role as part of our Facilities Maintenance team at the Cleveland County Detention Center! 🛠️

✅ Maintenance/Trade Experience Required 🔗 Apply now by scanning the QR code or visiting sheriffclevelandcounty.com/careers.

Help us keep our operations running smoothly and safely. Be a part of something bigger—join our team today! 💪

#NowHiring #DetentionMaintenance #JoinOurTeam #CareerOpportunity
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🍦 Sweet Treats & Smiles at North Shelby School!🍦  

Today, members of CIT brought some joy to North Shelby School by serving up delicious ice cream to students and staff! It was more than just a sweet treat—it was a moment of connection, laughter, and community.  

Seeing the excitement on the students’ faces reminded us all of the simple joys in life. We are grateful for the opportunity to share this moment with the incredible students and dedicated educators of North Shelby School.  

Thank you to everyone who made this special event possible! 💙  

#CIT #CommunityEngagement #NorthShelbySchool #SweetMomentsImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

🍦 Sweet Treats & Smiles at North Shelby School!🍦

Today, members of CIT brought some joy to North Shelby School by serving up delicious ice cream to students and staff! It was more than just a sweet treat—it was a moment of connection, laughter, and community.

Seeing the excitement on the students’ faces reminded us all of the simple joys in life. We are grateful for the opportunity to share this moment with the incredible students and dedicated educators of North Shelby School.

Thank you to everyone who made this special event possible! 💙

#CIT #CommunityEngagement #NorthShelbySchool #SweetMoments
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🔥 Carrying the Flame of Hope—Together! 🔥

This morning, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, Shelby Police Department, and the Cleveland & Lincoln County District Attorneys Office proudly united for the Special Olympics Torch Run, showing unwavering support for these incredible athletes.

With every step, we celebrated courage, inclusion, and determination, running not just for the miles but for the mission—to champion the power of perseverance and community strength.

A huge thank you to our fellow officers, supporters, and the Special Olympics athletes who inspire us every day. Together, we light the way for a brighter, more inclusive world! 🌟🏅💙

#TorchRun #SpecialOlympicsNC #FlameOfHope #CCSO #ShelbyPD #ClevelandCountyDA #CommunityStrongImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

🔥 Carrying the Flame of Hope—Together! 🔥

This morning, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, Shelby Police Department, and the Cleveland & Lincoln County District Attorney's Office proudly united for the Special Olympics Torch Run, showing unwavering support for these incredible athletes.

With every step, we celebrated courage, inclusion, and determination, running not just for the miles but for the mission—to champion the power of perseverance and community strength.

A huge thank you to our fellow officers, supporters, and the Special Olympics athletes who inspire us every day. Together, we light the way for a brighter, more inclusive world! 🌟🏅💙

#TorchRun #SpecialOlympicsNC #FlameOfHope #CCSO #ShelbyPD #ClevelandCountyDA #CommunityStrong
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May 25th is National Missing Children’s Day, to highlight our ongoing search to find Asha, the combined reward was raised to $75,000. Take a moment today to pray for Asha, her family, our investigative team, and our community. We recently retested evidence using new advancements in technology and continue to make significant progress. If you have information and have not spoken to investigators, call the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office at 704-484-4822, the FBI at 1-800-CALL FBI or tips.fbi.gov. There is a combined reward up to $75,000. ... See MoreSee Less

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Women on Missions at Mt. Zion Baptist Church!

Today, the Women on Missions from Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Casar, NC showed us incredible kindness by bringing lunch to CCSO. Your thoughtfulness and generosity are truly appreciated, and we are grateful for the support of such a caring community.

Moments like these remind us of the strength and unity within Cleveland County—neighbors supporting neighbors, lifting each other up, and sharing kindness in meaningful ways. Thank you for making today extra special for our team!

#CCSO #Grateful #CommunitySupport #ThankYouMtZionBaptist

A Heartfelt Thank You to Women on Missions at Mt. Zion Baptist Church!

Today, the Women on Missions from Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Casar, NC showed us incredible kindness by bringing lunch to CCSO. Your thoughtfulness and generosity are truly appreciated, and we are grateful for the support of such a caring community.

Moments like these remind us of the strength and unity within Cleveland County—neighbors supporting neighbors, lifting each other up, and sharing kindness in meaningful ways. Thank you for making today extra special for our team!

#CCSO #grateful #communitysupport #thankyoumtzionbaptist
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CHECK OUT OUR MOBILE APP

We now have a new app for your smart phone! Click on the link below the flyer to watch our video on Facebook!

View The Introduction Video

Links to download the app:

Apple App Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cleveland-county-nc-sheriff/id1509080872

Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ocv.clevelandCountyNCSheriff

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JOIN OUR TEAM

If you have the desire to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and your community through excellent customer service, good judgment, and integrity, then you should join our team today!

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