The Sheriff is first and foremost, a peace officer under Michigan Law. By constitution and Stature, the Sheriff is charged with enforcing the laws enacted by the Legislature under the police power of the state, and with discharging the executive law enforcement power for the preservation of public peace within the county.

As an elected official, the Sheriff is directly responsible to the citizens of St. Joseph County for the provision of effective and acceptable law enforcement services, as well as the safe and effective operation of the jail.

Divisions & Units

• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
• Corrections
• Criminal Investigations
• Dive Rescue & Recovery
• Explorers Program
• Marine Patrol
• Mounted Division
• Reserves
• Special Response Team
• Uniformed Services (Patrol)
• Victim Services

Office Contacts