Law Enforcement

Divisions: Criminal Investigations | Patrol | K-9 Unit | School Resource Officers | Property and Evidence | Public Safety Cadets Unit

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Criminal Investigations

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Patrol Division

The Patrol Division consists of 4 squads that work 12-hour shifts providing law enforcement services to the citizens of Alexander County. Each patrol squad consists of one sergeant, a corporal, and two patrol deputies. Two lieutenants supervise the Patrol Squads. The Patrol Division provides all basic law enforcement functions that the Sheriff’s Office is charged with, including the enforcement of state laws and local ordinances, the service of various types of criminal and civil processes, subpoenas, and other legal documents, the investigation of criminal acts committed within the county, and other services.

Patrol Squads

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K-9 Unit

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School Resource Officers

Lt. Buddy Mckinney oversees the SRO/Dare Division. This division consists of one supervisor and eight deputies who are assigned as school resources officers at all county schools with the exception of Taylorsville Elementary and Alexander Central High school which are inside the Town of Taylorsville. The SRO Division is tasked with the responsibility of delivering the DARE curriculum and is also available to the school, functioning as a law-related counselor and educator.

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Property and Evidence

If you are the rightful owner of found property (other than evidence seized during a criminal investigation) that is being held by the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, you are advised to call 828-632-1111 (EXT 668) to arrange for the retrieval of the items as soon as possible. The person wishing to claim found property MUST provide proof of ownership satisfactory to the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office prior to the items being returned. This can be in the form of a receipt for purchase, a notarized Bill of Sale, or other official documentation which clearly established ownership rights for the individual.

Evidence Release Request Form

If you are the rightful owner of property being held by the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office that you believe is eligible to be released, you may contact the Property & Evidence Custodian by calling 828-352-5014 to schedule an appointment to retrieve the items.

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Alexander County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program

The Alexander County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program which is a part of N.C. Association of Law Enforcement Explorer Advisors, Inc. The program is designed to educate youth aged 14-20 on the law enforcement profession. Teamwork, discipline, time management, and leadership skills are just a few of the skills learned by cadets. These skills can be used in all professions, and the student does not necessarily have to choose the profession of law enforcement.

The program is open to males and females at least 14 years of age who have not yet reached their 21st birthday. Regular meetings are held two Tuesdays a month at the Alexander County Court House in downtown Taylorsville from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

For questions about the program, contact Sheriff Chad Pennell by email or phone at 828-632-1111.
Explorers Membership Application

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