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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 Statutes. 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 the security of the courtrooms by serving as bailiffs during court sessions. They are also 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

🎉 Another great month for our app community! 🎉
We welcomed 484 new friends this month, bringing us to a total of 34,618 users. Thank you for choosing to stay informed and connected with us!

Here’s what you can find on the Cleveland County NC Sheriff App:
🚨 Instant alerts on Most Wanted cases, major arrests, and press releases
🔎 Information on missing persons and community requests
📚 Helpful tools like our staff directory, jail logs, and sex offender registry

📱 Download today on Google Play or the Apple Store and stay connected with your community.

#CommunityStrong #StayInformed #AppMilestone
Today, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office pauses for the National Day of Prayer. We pray for unity, peace, and guidance for our community, our county leaders, and all who serve. Sheriff Alan Norman and the CCSO team are grateful for the continued support and prayers offered for our deputies, staff, and the citizens of Cleveland County.
Today, Wednesday, April 29th, is National Fentanyl Awareness Day.

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is taking this day to help raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the lives it continues to impact nationwide. Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid, and even a tiny amount can be deadly. It is often found in counterfeit pills or mixed with other substances without the user’s knowledge.

Please take time today to talk with your family, friends, and young people about the risks.

Education and awareness save lives.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, resources are available. You can reach local support services or call 988 for immediate help.

Together, we can protect our community.

#NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #CCSO #CommunitySafety
📅 Saturday, April 25 – National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
🚫 Safely dispose of unused or expired medications

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office now has 15 Pill Drop Box locations available across the county for secure, anonymous medication disposal.

Pill Drop Box Locations – 15 Sites Across Cleveland County

• Cleveland County Courthouse – 100 Justice Place, Shelby
• Cleveland County Health Department – 200 S. Post Rd., Shelby
• Community Pharmacy – 1194 Wyke Rd., Shelby
• Shelby Drugstore – 701 E. Grover St., Shelby
• Medical Arts Pharmacy – 108 Grover St., Shelby
• Lafayette Street Pharmacy – 620 S. Lafayette St., Shelby
• Neal Senior Center – 100 TR Harris Dr., Shelby
• Shelby Medical Associates – 711 N. Dekalb St., Shelby
• CLECO–Upper Cleveland – 5009 Fallston Rd., Fallston
• Fallston Pharmacy – 5011 Fallston Rd., Fallston
• Boiling Springs Town Hall – 114 East College Ave., Boiling Springs
• Professional Pharmacy – 128 North Main St., Boiling Springs
• KM Pharmacy – 1106 Shelby Rd., Kings Mountain
• Prescription Plus – 703‑1 Kings Street, Kings Mountain
• Cleveland Crisis & Recovery Center – 609 N. Washington St., Shelby

What’s Accepted
• Prescription meds
• Over‑the‑counter meds
• Vitamins & supplements
• Pet medications

Not accepted: Needles, sharps, or biohazard waste.
Take Your Child to Work Day Spotlight 👨‍👦✨

In honor of Take Your Child to Work Day, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is proud to highlight two of our Father/Son teams who serve our community together. One duo works in our Detention Division, and the other serves on Patrol. 💛

In Detention, we recognize Detention Deputy J. Rivenbark and Detention Officer J. Rivenbark. They bring dedication, teamwork, and strong family values to the Detention Center each day. 📘⭐

Out on the road, Deputy A. McCluney and Deputy J. McCluney serve side by side and continue a family tradition of service and commitment to keeping Cleveland County safe. 🚓💙

We’re grateful for the families who choose this profession together, and for the support they bring to CCSO. To these dads, their sons, and all the families behind our staff, thank you for being part of what makes CCSO feel like family. 🙏

Happy Take Your Child to Work Day!

#TakeYourChildToWorkDay #CCSO #FamilyInService #ClevelandCountyNC #CommunityFirst
Coffee With CCSO in Kings Mountain ☕🚓

Join the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office today at Imperial Mercantile – Gold Medusa Coffee Co. from 11 AM to 1 PM. Come meet our deputies, ask questions, and enjoy a welcoming community conversation.

Our CCSO Victim Services Team is on site as we continue our recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The Kings Mountain Police Department is joining us as well, as we support victims and strengthen partnerships in our community.

We hope to see you there. 🤝

#ClevelandCountySheriff #CCSO #CoffeeWithCCSO #NCVRW2026 #VictimServices #KingsMountainNC #CommunityStrong
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🎉 Another great month for our app community! 🎉
We welcomed 484 new friends this month, bringing us to a total of 34,618 users. Thank you for choosing to stay informed and connected with us!

Here’s what you can find on the Cleveland County NC Sheriff App:
🚨 Instant alerts on Most Wanted cases, major arrests, and press releases
🔎 Information on missing persons and community requests
📚 Helpful tools like our staff directory, jail logs, and sex offender registry

📱 Download today on Google Play or the Apple Store and stay connected with your community.

#CommunityStrong #StayInformed #AppMilestone
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Today, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office pauses for the National Day of Prayer. We pray for unity, peace, and guidance for our community, our county leaders, and all who serve. Sheriff Alan Norman and the CCSO team are grateful for the continued support and prayers offered for our deputies, staff, and the citizens of Cleveland County. ... See MoreSee Less

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Today, Wednesday, April 29th, is National Fentanyl Awareness Day.

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is taking this day to help raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the lives it continues to impact nationwide. Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid, and even a tiny amount can be deadly. It is often found in counterfeit pills or mixed with other substances without the user’s knowledge.

Please take time today to talk with your family, friends, and young people about the risks.

Education and awareness save lives.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, resources are available. You can reach local support services or call 988 for immediate help.

Together, we can protect our community.

#NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #CCSO #CommunitySafety
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Not all heroes wear capes, but today ours do! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
In honor of National Superhero Day, we had a little fun with some of our CCSO deputies. Every day, they serve with dedication, courage, and compassion, cape or no cape.

One of our favorite moments today was with the kids from Kids Place Preschool MMO. They looked up at our deputy like he was a real-life superhero, and honestly, we think they’re right. 💙

Thank you to the men and women who protect our community and go above and beyond to keep Cleveland County safe. We appreciate you today and every day.

#NationalSuperheroDay #CCSO #CommunityFirst #HeroesInOurCommunity #ThankYouDeputies #ClevelandCountyNC #KidsPlacePreschool
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CHECK OUT OUR MOBILE APP

We now have a new app for your smartphone! 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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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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