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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.Β 

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.

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National Student-Athlete Day | April 6 πŸ…

Today, we are celebrating National Student-Athlete Day by recognizing the many members of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office who spent their high school or college years balancing academics πŸ“š, athletics πŸˆπŸ€βš½πŸŽΎβšΎ, and the hard work that comes with both.

The discipline, teamwork, leadership, and determination developed on the field, court, track, and beyond continue to show up every day in the work they do serving our community πŸ’ͺ⭐.

Thank you to all of our CCSO team members who shared their student-athlete photos with us πŸ“Έ. Your dedication then and now makes a difference.

Once a teammate, always a teammate πŸ‘Ÿ.

#NationalStudentAthleteDay #CCSO #StudentAthlete #Teamwork #Leadership #PublicService #ClevelandCountySheriffsOffice
Happy Easter from Sheriff Alan Norman and everyone at the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office.

We hope this day brings you renewed hope, peace, and the joy of new beginnings. May your homes be filled with blessings and your hearts with gratitude.

Have a safe and wonderful Easter Sunday!
🚨 Now Hiring: Highly Specialized Talent 🚨
April 1st Recruitment Announcement

The Sheriff's Office is excited to announce a brand-new hiring initiative aimed at recruiting only the most elite candidates.

We are now accepting applications from individuals with the following critical skills:

β€’ Proven ability to chase squirrels without getting distracted
β€’ Expert-level dramatic sunglasses removal
β€’ Strong knowledge of the difference between β€œyour” and β€œyou’re”
β€’ Must be willing to work alongside officers who take donut selection very seriously

Successful applicants will join our top-tier team effective immediately… or as soon as we stop laughing.

Happy April Fools’ Day from all of us at the Sheriff's Office!
Stay safe and keep your sense of humor handy today.

#AprilFools #SheriffsOffice #CommunityHumor #LawEnforcementLife #JustForFun
Got shorted, ripped, or bought something that definitely was not what your dealer promised at 3 a.m.?

Contact the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office.

Think of us as your local complaint department.

Anonymous tips are always welcome.
We’re proud to cheer on our incredible members of the Sheriff’s Office as they participate in the Cleveland Cup today!

Their teamwork, dedication, and community spirit are on full display, and we’re excited to support them as they represent our office in this great local tradition.

Good luck to all the teams. Let’s bring home the Cup! πŸ†πŸ’™

#ClevelandCup #CommunityStrong #SheriffsOfficeProud #TeamworkInAction #ClevelandCounty
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πŸš” Felony Drug Arr

πŸš” Felony Drug Arrests | Week of April 6 – April 12, 2026 πŸš”

Over the past week, CCSO deputies continued their ongoing efforts to address illegal narcotics activity throughout Cleveland County. As part of several enforcement operations and follow‑up investigations, seven individuals were arrested on felony drug charges.

πŸ“Έ Mugshot Collage Below
πŸ—‚οΈ Names & Charges (left to right, top to bottom)

Steven Clark – Possession of Methamphetamine

Karen Evans – Possession of Cocaine

Ishmar Grier – Possession of Cocaine

Cristie Jones – Possession of Methamphetamine

Christopher Moore – Possession of Methamphetamine

Joseph Smith – Trafficking in Methamphetamine

Terry Thompson – Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance and Sell a Schedule II Controlled Substance

πŸ“ž Have information that could help deputies? Call the CCSO tip line at 704‑484‑4831
πŸ›‘οΈ CCSO remains committed to safeguarding the community by combating drug‑related crime, promoting accountability, and supporting safe neighborhoods.

#CCSO #CommunityStrong #DrugArrestUpdate #PublicSafety #ClevelandCounty
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β›³πŸŒŸ It is Moving Day at the Masters, and the excitement has us feeling energized for our own upcoming event at Deer Brook Golf Club! πŸŒŸβ›³

As the pros fight for their spot at the top today, we are getting ready for a special tournament of our own with the STAR Camp Golf Tournament on April 25. The spirit of the Masters reminds us how golf brings people together through competition, connection, and community. That is exactly what our tournament is all about.

Every golfer helps send kids to STAR Camp for free, giving them an unforgettable summer experience that even includes a trip to Carowinds. πŸŽ’πŸ’™ Your support truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful for everyone who has already joined in.

So enjoy all the Moving Day drama this weekend, and keep practicing those swings. We cannot wait to see who joins us on the course for a day of fun, heart, and impact. πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈπŸ’›πŸŒοΈβ€β™€οΈ

#Masters2026 #movingday #stargolftournament #GolfForACause #supportstarcamp #CommunityStrong #shelbync #DeerBrookGolf
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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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