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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 and Detention Facilities, 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.

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.

GET CONNECTED

This week let's celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth with Lieutenant Melanie Martin. Lt. Martin has been employed with the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office since 2004 (20 yrs.). 

She is currently the Administrative Lieutenant responsible for handling citizens who walk in requiring law enforcement assistance. She also supervises the Civil Division. Aside from supervising civil, Lt Martin also oversees several community related programs. She is in charge of our Citizen’s Academy, Explorers Program, Silver Alert and R U OK Program. Lt. Martin also works yearly with our fundraiser for Special Olympics where she previously served on the board for North Carolina. 

Currently Lt. Martin is working to get the Sheriff’s Office accredited through North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA). She is also an adjunct instructor at Cleveland Community College BLET Program. Lt. Martin plays a vital role with making sure the agency maintains professional and engaged relationships with the citizens of Cleveland County. #WHM #WomensHistoryMonth2024 #WeAreCCSO
Let’s begin our celebration of #WomensHistoryMonth with Mrs. Phyllis Byrd Sims. Mrs. Sims began her career as a clerk with the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. She moved to the jail in 1981. 

In 1983, Phyllis was sworn in as a deputy. Phyllis moved quickly through the ranks as she got promoted to Sergeant in 1985, Lieutenant in 1989 and finally promoted to Captain in 2000. With her promotion, Phyllis became the 1st black female and highest-ranking female in history of the Sheriff’s Office. 

As Captain, Phyllis was placed in charge of the detention centers. During her tenure Capt. Sims served on the Board of Directions for North Carolina Jail Administrators Association, where she served a term as President. 

Capt. Sims was well known and respected across the state for her knowledge and expertise for jail operations. Capt. Sims served 31 dedicated years with the Sheriff’s Office and serving under the direction of five different Sheriff’s before retiring in 2010. #WHM #WomensHistoryMonth2024 #WeAreCCSO
📣MEET WITH A RECRUITER, TODAY📣

10am to 2pm at the Cleveland County Administration Building. Bring your resume, be prepared for an interview and #DressForSuccess! You could leave with a Conditional Job Offer!

We offer outstanding benefits including health plans with a $0 Employee-only Premium, HSA dollars up to $1,100, Employee Wellness Center, 6% County Contribution to 401(k), $500/semester scholarship available for CCSO employee’s family members at CCC, and more.
Come see us tomorrow!!! You do not want to miss this great opportunity. See you tomorrow 10am-2pm! #WeAreHiring #ClevelandCounty #HiringEvent #WeAreCCSO
Say✌🏽to your current job and hello to your career. We’re two days away from our hiring event THIS Tuesday, March 5th 10am-2pm! #Hiring #WeAreCCSO #ClevelandCounty #HiringEvent
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Communities in Schools would like to invite you to a Parent Information Night at Hope Community Church in Lawndale, NC this Thursday, March 21st @ 6pm!

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This week lets celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth with Lieutenant Melanie Martin. Lt. Martin has been employed with the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office since 2004 (20 yrs.). 

She is currently the Administrative Lieutenant responsible for handling citizens who walk in requiring law enforcement assistance. She also supervises the Civil Division. Aside from supervising civil, Lt Martin also oversees several community related programs. She is in charge of our Citizen’s Academy, Explorers Program, Silver Alert and R U OK Program. Lt. Martin also works yearly with our fundraiser for Special Olympics where she previously served on the board for North Carolina. 

Currently Lt. Martin is working to get the Sheriff’s Office accredited through North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA). She is also an adjunct instructor at Cleveland Community College BLET Program. Lt. Martin plays a vital role with making sure the agency maintains professional and engaged relationships with the citizens of Cleveland County. #WHM #WomensHistoryMonth2024 #WeAreCCSO

This week let's celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth with Lieutenant Melanie Martin. Lt. Martin has been employed with the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office since 2004 (20 yrs.).

She is currently the Administrative Lieutenant responsible for handling citizens who walk in requiring law enforcement assistance. She also supervises the Civil Division. Aside from supervising civil, Lt Martin also oversees several community related programs. She is in charge of our Citizen’s Academy, Explorers Program, Silver Alert and R U OK Program. Lt. Martin also works yearly with our fundraiser for Special Olympics where she previously served on the board for North Carolina.

Currently Lt. Martin is working to get the Sheriff’s Office accredited through North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA). She is also an adjunct instructor at Cleveland Community College BLET Program. Lt. Martin plays a vital role with making sure the agency maintains professional and engaged relationships with the citizens of Cleveland County. #WHM #WomensHistoryMonth2024 #WeAreCCSO
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The following is a Frontline documentary, which will be aired on PBS, containing information of a two-year study conducted by WFAE, an NPR station in Charlotte. It is a depiction of the effects mental illness has on individuals within the criminal justice system. The film contains interviews and footage of officers, attorneys and inmates in Gaston and Cleveland County.

The goal is to bring awareness of the effects mental illness has on those incarcerated as they wait for trial or placement if found incapable to stand trial. Not only does it affect the defendants, it also has an impact on the families, as well as, officers.

Prior authorization was given by legal representation or agency approval for the individuals and locations filmed.

Take the time to watch, you will be enlightened!
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***UPDATE - Tiquana has been located***

The Cleveland County Sheriffs Office is attempting to locate Tiquana A. Davis (20 years old). She has been reported as a missing/runaway adult. She left in a grey/silver Dodge Journey from the Tepee Drive area.  She was last seen wearing black leggings, silver/white new balance shoes, a black shirt, and a pink jacket. She was carrying a pink bag and a green and blue backpack. She is 54 and 265lbs. Her hair is in long, black braids. She is believed to have traveled to Charlotte. If you have any information about the whereabouts of Tiquana, please contact the Cleveland County Sheriffs Office at 704-484-4822.Image attachment

***UPDATE - Tiquana has been located***

The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate Tiquana A. Davis (20 years old). She has been reported as a missing/runaway adult. She left in a grey/silver Dodge Journey from the Tepee Drive area. She was last seen wearing black leggings, silver/white new balance shoes, a black shirt, and a pink jacket. She was carrying a pink bag and a green and blue backpack. She is 5'4" and 265lbs. Her hair is in long, black braids. She is believed to have traveled to Charlotte. If you have any information about the whereabouts of Tiquana, please contact the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office at 704-484-4822.
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