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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. 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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🐰 **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
This is National Crime Victims' Rights Week. If you are a victim of a crime, you have rights.

Please watch this video to learn more about Victim Services at the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office.
Join Our Team! We are looking for someone in Detention Maintenance! Simply scan the QR code or go to https://www.sheriffclevelandcounty.com/careers/ to apply! #JoinOurTeam #Detention #Maintenance #FacilitiesMaintenance
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We are deeply thankful to the Tyler Herndon Memorial Foundation for their generous donation to the Cleveland County Sheriffs Office. Your support helps us continue serving our community with dedication and care, ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in Cleveland County.

A special thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Herndon for personally bringing this meaningful donation. Tyler Herndon’s legacy lives on through the foundation’s incredible efforts, and we are honored to carry forward his spirit of service. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer community.

With heartfelt appreciation, Sheriff Alan Norman and the Cleveland County Sheriffs OfficeImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

We are deeply thankful to the Tyler Herndon Memorial Foundation for their generous donation to the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. Your support helps us continue serving our community with dedication and care, ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in Cleveland County.

A special thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Herndon for personally bringing this meaningful donation. Tyler Herndon’s legacy lives on through the foundation’s incredible efforts, and we are honored to carry forward his spirit of service. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer community.

With heartfelt appreciation, Sheriff Alan Norman and the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
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🐰 **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

🐰 **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
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6 days ago
*** Jury Duty/Warrant Scam ***

The Cleveland County Sheriffs Office will NEVER call you and tell you you missed Jury Duty or you have a Warrant. If you receive a call from someone claiming you missed jury duty/have a warrant and owe money, this is a SCAM. They are NOT associated with our office in any way. The Sheriffs Office will never ask for money over the phone. Do NOT give any Personal Identifying Information and HANG UP immediately. 
 
 
Again, THIS IS A SCAM. If you are ever unsure, hang up and call communications at 704-484-4822

*** Jury Duty/Warrant Scam ***

The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office will NEVER call you and tell you you missed Jury Duty or you have a Warrant. If you receive a call from someone claiming you missed jury duty/have a warrant and owe money, this is a SCAM. They are NOT associated with our office in any way. The Sheriff's Office will never ask for money over the phone. Do NOT give any Personal Identifying Information and HANG UP immediately.


Again, THIS IS A SCAM. If you are ever unsure, hang up and call communications at 704-484-4822
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1 week ago
Roy Junior Hudson

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office wants Roy Junior Hudson for the following:

*OFA for Possession of Meth Felony
*OFA for Possession of Firearm Felony
*Larceny of Motor Vehicle Felony
*Possession of Stolen Vehicle Felony
*Felony Flee to Elude
*DWLR
*Multiple counts of trespassing

If you see the suspect, please do not approach them. Instead, call Cleveland County Communications at 704-484-4822.

Roy Junior Hudson

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office wants Roy Junior Hudson for the following:

*OFA for Possession of Meth Felony
*OFA for Possession of Firearm Felony
*Larceny of Motor Vehicle Felony
*Possession of Stolen Vehicle Felony
*Felony Flee to Elude
*DWLR
*Multiple counts of trespassing

If you see the suspect, please do not approach them. Instead, call Cleveland County Communications at 704-484-4822.
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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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