Sheriff

The Office of County Sheriff was created by Article XVII, Section 2 of the Oklahoma Constitution,

and that Office is vested with the authority to uphold the laws of the state:

“As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to

safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak

against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder;

and to respect the Constitutional Rights of all to liberty, equality, and justice.”

According to Oklahoma State Statutes, peace officers in the state of Oklahoma:

“. . . shall have the power to arrest all offenders against the laws of the State by day

or by night, and keep them in prison or other place to prevent their escape until a

trial can be held before the proper office”.

As the Johnston County Sheriff, I am committed to enhance the quality of life and lessen the

criminal fears of all citizens. General duties of this Office include preventing and detecting

crime, preserving the peace, protecting the citizens and others as well as their personal

property and maintaining order.

Utilizing the authority and safeguards of the Constitution of the United States and the freedoms

cited in the Bill of Rights, the laws and statutes of the State of Oklahoma, I will work

cooperatively with all segments of the general public and government to provide a safe

environment and preserve the peace.

Some content may be extracted from OSU Cooperative Extension Fact Sheet AGEC-802 and/or the County Training Program website. More complete information is available from these sources.