The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office serves as the primary law enforcement agency for Dutchess County, New York, upholding public safety through a wide range of governmental and policing services. As a critical component of county government, the department is responsible for maintaining peace, enforcing laws, and providing essential public safety resources across urban and rural communities. Core functions include road patrol, criminal investigations, corrections, civil division services, and specialized units such as K-9, marine patrol, and emergency response.

The Sheriff’s Office promotes proactive community policing, working closely with residents, schools, and local organizations to foster trust and enhance public safety. Services also include school resource officers, emergency preparedness initiatives, and crime prevention programs. Through its Law Enforcement and Corrections Divisions, the office supports court security, inmate transportation, and detention operations in the county jail. A commitment to professionalism, transparency, and public engagement underscores the department’s ongoing mission to serve and protect the citizens of Dutchess County.

Key Services:

– County-wide law enforcement and road patrol services
– Criminal investigations and emergency response
– Operation of Dutchess County Jail and inmate services
– Civil division (serving legal documents, evictions, etc.)
– School resource officer and youth engagement programs
– Marine unit and K-9 team operations
– Community policing and crime prevention outreach
– Court security and prisoner transport services