If you have a question, please email us at LSO@cjis.lincoln.ne.gov

1. Where is the County Sheriff Department located?
   • The physical location is 575 South 10th Street, Lincoln, NE in the Justice and Law Enforcement Center.

2. Is the County Sheriff elected or appointed, how long is a term?
   • The County Sheriff is elected to a four-year term.

3. What are the responsiblities of the County Sheriff?
   • The County Sheriff is responsible for maintaining peace and enforcing the law in rural areas of the county and in towns and villages not having municipal police departments. The office investigates criminal offenses and traffic accidents, enforces traffic laws, and serves as a representative of the County Coroner in death investigations. Other duties include: collecting delinquent property taxes; execution of complex court orders; and serving civil process and warrants, extradition of prisoners from other states, transporting jail prisoners and providing security services to County and District courts.

4. How can I become a deputy sheriff?
   • By reviewing the qualifications for this position.

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