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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

While different calendars note different dates for the National Day of Prayer, we will gladly accept all the prayers offered. In fact, we will take every bit of encouragement, support, and goodwill our community sends our way, today and every day.

Sheriff Alan Norman and the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office remain deeply grateful for the continued prayers lifted up for our deputies, staff, and the citizens we serve. Your support strengthens our mission, uplifts our team, and reminds us how blessed we are to serve such a caring community.

Thank you for keeping CCSO in your thoughts and prayers, no matter which day your calendar marks
🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
Looking for a rewarding career with great benefits and room to grow? The Cleveland County Detention Center is hosting a Hiring Event on Tuesday, May 12th, 10am to 2pm at the Cleveland County Administration Building.

Bring your resume, be interview-ready, and #DressForSuccess. Your next career move could start here!

Benefits include:
• $0 Employee only Health Premium
• Up to $1,100 in HSA dollars
• Employee Wellness Center
• 6% County Contribution to 401(k)
• $500 per semester scholarships for CCSO employee family members at CCC
• And more

📅 Mark your calendar. Don’t miss it!
#MeetWithARecruiter #WeAreCCSO
✨ National Correctional Officers Week • May 3–9 ✨

This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate our Detention Officers, the unseen backbone of safety, professionalism, and compassion in our community.

Every day and every night, our officers step behind the secure walls to protect, serve, and support. Their work is demanding, often misunderstood, and always essential.

Today, we honor their:
⭐ Courage in facing unpredictable situations
⭐ Commitment to maintaining order and dignity
⭐ Compassion in treating every individual with respect
⭐ Professionalism that keeps our facility and community safe

To our Detention Team: Thank you. Your dedication makes a difference far beyond what the public sees. We are grateful for your service, your strength, and your heart.

#NationalCorrectionalOfficersWeek #DetentionStrong #DetentionOfficers #BehindTheBadge #ThankYouDetentionOfficers #PublicSafetyHeroes #ClevelandCountySheriffsOffice #CommunityFirst #ServingWithHonor
🎉 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
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🎉🌟 Join Us for Our Q1 Awards Celebration 🌟🎉

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is proud to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and outstanding service of our team during this quarter’s awards celebration. Please join us as we honor individuals who continue to exemplify our agency’s commitment to excellence.

🏅 Professional Certificates
• A. Montgomery

🚨 Life Saving Awards
• Operations: S. Jones & M. Tinoco
• Communications: M. Mullinax

⭐ Members of the Quarter
• Communications: M. Mullinax, A. Yandle, K. Bowman, T. Lucas, T. Hipp
• Detention: C. Haynes
• Operations: S. Djahanmir

🎖 Retirements
• M. Blanton – 29 years of dedicated service

We are honored to celebrate these individuals and their exceptional contributions to the Sheriff’s Office and the citizens we serve. Please join us as we recognize their achievements and dedication.

👏 Thank you to all CCSO staff for the work you do every day! 👏
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While different calendars note different dates for the National Day of Prayer, we will gladly accept all the prayers offered. In fact, we will take every bit of encouragement, support, and goodwill our community sends our way, today and every day.

Sheriff Alan Norman and the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office remain deeply grateful for the continued prayers lifted up for our deputies, staff, and the citizens we serve. Your support strengthens our mission, uplifts our team, and reminds us how blessed we are to serve such a caring community.

Thank you for keeping CCSO in your thoughts and prayers, no matter which day your calendar marks
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🚨 We’re Hiring!

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
Looking for a rewarding career with great benefits and room to grow? The Cleveland County Detention Center is hosting a Hiring Event on Tuesday, May 12th, 10am to 2pm at the Cleveland County Administration Building.

Bring your resume, be interview-ready, and #DressForSuccess. Your next career move could start here!

Benefits include:
• $0 Employee only Health Premium
• Up to $1,100 in HSA dollars
• Employee Wellness Center
• 6% County Contribution to 401(k)
• $500 per semester scholarships for CCSO employee family members at CCC
• And more

📅 Mark your calendar. Don’t miss it!
#MeetWithARecruiter #WeAreCCSO
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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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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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