🚓 Sgt. M. Clayton: A Purpose-Driven Career

Sgt. M. Clayton brought valuable experience with him when he joined the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office five years ago. As a lateral transfer with a four-year degree and prior law enforcement service, he was ready to hit the ground running and has been making a difference ever since.

He began his law enforcement career at 25 and says the job has never felt like work. Instead, it feels like a calling. “This job presents something different every day. It feels like what I was designed to do.”

For Sgt. Clayton, the most rewarding part of the job is being there for people, whether in their best moments or their hardest ones. He encourages future deputies to keep growing:

“Your community deserves the best version of you, so keep training and get better.”

He also draws daily inspiration from his faith:

“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
— Colossians 3:17

At CCSO, we value experience, education, and heart. If you are looking for a place to grow and serve with purpose, we are ready for you.

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🎉 Congratulations to Our Region C Award Recipients! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize over 25 of our deputies who have been honored with Region C awards for their exceptional achievements over the past year! 🏆

These awards reflect the dedication, professionalism, and heart our team brings to the job every day. From lifesaving actions to leadership and community service, each award is a testament to the excellence within our agency.

🐾 And let’s not forget our four-legged hero. One of our K9s also received a Region C award! Their hard work and loyalty continue to make a powerful impact in the field.

📸 Not all recipients were able to attend the ceremony, so not everyone is pictured, but each one is appreciated and celebrated just the same.

👏 Please join us in congratulating all of our award recipients. Your CCSO family is proud of you!

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🟦 Today’s Blue Crew Motorcycle Ride was more than a scenic journey. It was a meaningful fundraiser titled “Paws for Law,” supporting our K9 Division and the incredible work these teams do every day to protect and serve.

Riders from across the region joined CCSO to raise awareness and strengthen the bond between law enforcement and the communities we serve. Our Community Interdiction Team (CIT) proudly participated, continuing their mission of proactive engagement and early intervention.

A crowd favorite was the K9 demonstration by Deputy M. Lawrence and K9 Karma. Their precision and teamwork gave everyone a firsthand look at the dedication behind our K9 Unit.

💙 Thank you to all who rode, donated, volunteered, and cheered. Your support helps us continue building safer, stronger communities.

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We had a fantastic time at the Cleveland County Schools 2025 Career Day! 💼🎓

Connecting with middle school students and sharing what it’s like to serve our community was both energizing and meaningful. Their questions, curiosity, and enthusiasm reminded us that the future is bright and full of potential.

Thank you to CCS for hosting such a well-organized event and to every student who stopped by to learn more about what we do. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a deputy, a detention officer, a communications team member, or something entirely new, we’re cheering you on! 👮‍♂️📣🌟

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