313 Haney Ave, South Bend, IN 46613, USA
574-304-4559
County Sheriff
County Government
Role Overview
The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement officer of the county. The office is responsible for policing unincorporated areas, operating the county jail, providing courthouse security, and serving civil process documents.
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Elected Official
Term:
4-year term (max 2 consecutive)
Method:
Method: Elected
Core Responsibilities
Provide law enforcement services to unincorporated areas.
Essential Attributes & Risks
Key Competencies
Law Enforcement Leadership, Jail Administration, and Fiscal Management.
Operate and maintain the county jail and ensure inmate welfare.
Serve warrants, subpoenas, and other court orders.
Provide security for the county courthouse and government buildings.
Critical Risk
Mismanagement of the county jail, leading to unsafe conditions, or failure to provide adequate law enforcement.
Constitutional Mandate
This section highlights how the office's duties align with the core objectives of the U.S. and Indiana Constitutions.
1
Insure domestic Tranquility
The primary role is maintaining peace and order through law enforcement and jail operations.
2
Establish Justice
Executes the orders of the court system by serving papers and holding defendants.
3
Execute the laws
Enforces state and local laws throughout the county.