The Sheriff has the
primary duty of keeping the peace and quelling riots
and disturbances. He/she may make arrests, conduct
searches of premises, seize certain property if used
illegally, remove certain nuisances and issue firearms
permits.
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Execution of various judgments
of the courts is another of his/her duties, and in
this capacity the sheriff conducts sales of real estate
and personal property involved in execution proceedings.
After sales, the sheriff distributes the proceeds to
parties entitled to them and makes a full report to
the court.
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The Sheriff is a member of the
Prison Board and a member of the Board of Managers
of the Youth Development Center.
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He/she maintains books in which
all writs that come to him/her are recorded.
Chief
Deputy, Administration
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Real estate (Sheriff
Sales).
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Personal property (levies).
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Service of legal processes.
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Issuance of pistol permits.
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Also, responsible for uniforms,
budget, equipment, maintenance, security, etc.
Chief
Deputy, Operations
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Courtroom coverage.
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Prisoner transports.
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Warrant service.
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Extradition coordination.
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Training and day to day operations
of the office.
Assistant Chief Deputy
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Immediate supervisor of
warrant and attachment section.
