County Law Enforcement - Wilkin County Sheriff

The Sheriff provides law enforcement and community services including:- Administration of programs aimed at the protection of life and property- Assigning deputies tasks, reviewing performance, and promotions- Civil and criminal process service (warrants, writs, precepts, and orders)- Contracted police protection with six towns in Wilkin County- Court security and serving as Court Bailiff- Death investigations and acting as the coroner for the county- Development and implementation of Department Policy and Procedure- Emergency response and Search and Rescue operations- Investigating complaints of criminal activity and traffic accidents- Investigating all deaths occurring in the county- Interviews and selection of new employees- Maintenance of a 21-bed jail for Wilkin County- Maintenance of confidential records when appropriate- Mental health and inebriation transport to appropriate facilities- Offender transportation and coordination with other law enforcement agencies- Preparation, recommendation, and monitoring of Sheriff's Department budget- Scheduling and oversight of departmental training- Testifying in court and coordinating with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, probation and parole officers, social services, and the medical examiner's office- Works closely with other law enforcement agencies, probation and parole, prosecutors, social services agencies, and the medical examiner's office

06/04/2025