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Crime Prevention Tips
When leaving your home, practice the following advice! It will pay dividends!
Going to the market or out to dinner?
- A residence which presents a lived-in deterrent to burglars!
- Never leave notes which can inform a burglar that your house is unoccupied.
- Make certain all windows and doors are secured before departure. An empty garage advertises your absence - so close the doors!
- When going out at night, leave one or more interior lights on and perhaps have a radio playing. Timers may be purchased that will turn lights on and off during your absence.
- Do not leave door keys under flower pots or doormats, inside an unlocked mailbox, over the doorway, or in other obvious places.
When planning vacations of prolonged absences:
- Discontinue newspaper and other deliveries by phone or in person ahead of time. Do not leave notes.
- Arrange for lawn care and have someone remove advertising circulars and other debris regularly. On the other hand, several toys left scattered about will create an impression of occupancy.
- Notify the post office to forward your mail or have a trustworthy person pick it up daily. Apartment house tenants could also heed this hint as stuffed mail receptacles are a give-away when no one is home.
- Inform neighbors of your absence so they can be extra alert for suspicious persons. Leave a key with them so your place may be periodically inspected. Ask them to vary the positio ns of your shades and blinds.
- Have the telephone temporarily disconnected. Burglars may try calling to find out whether anyone is in.
- When you leave, do not publicize your plans. Some burglars may try calling to find out whether anyone is in.
- Contact your nearest police station and inform them how long you will be gone, who has a key to your house, and where you can be reached. Special attention will be given to the premises while you are away.
- If you find a door or window has been forced or broken while you were absent. DO NOT ENTER. The criminal may still be inside. Use a neighbor's phone immediately to summon police.
- Do not touch anything or clean up if a crime has occurred Preserve the scene until the police can inspect for evidence.
- Remember to: Lock before you leave, Trust a neighbor with a key, Be a concerned neighbor, yourself!
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Mission
Our mission is to serve and protect all citizens residing or traveling within Sherman County. We are committed to professional excellence, continued personal improvement, teamwork, and meeting the future needs of the community.
History of Sherman County Sheriff
Our mission is to serve and protect all citizens residing or traveling within Sherman County. We are committed to professional excellence, continued personal improvement, teamwork, and meeting the future needs of the community.
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FAQ's
CHILD SAFETY SEATS: At what age does a child have to be in a booster seat?
Kansas law, K.S.A. 8-1344 requires the following: A child under the age of four years must be in a an appropriate child safety restraining system. A child four years of age, but under the age of eight years AND who weighs less than 80 pounds OR is less than 4 foot 9 inches in height, must ride in an approved child passenger safety restraining system. A child eight years of age but under the age of fourteen OR who weighs more than 80 pounds OR is more than 4 foot 9 inches in height, must wear a seatbelt.
CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE: How do I obtain a permit?
Go to the Concealed Carry page to see all the information and links pertinent to the concealed carry laws.
EMPLOYMENT: Opportunities & the process?
Check the Employment page for a copy of the application and other forms that will be required throughout the interview process. All open positions will be listed on this page as they are available also.
FINGERPRINTS: Can I obtain fingerprints for employment?
The Sherman County Sheriff's Office can take fingerprints for an individual if they bring in their own fingerprint card. We ask that you bring all the information in with you that needs to be sent in with the fingerprint cards due to new rules and regulations our office has to send them in ourselves. We fingerprint for applications for nurses, student teachers, substitute teachers, parents wanting to adopt, concealed carry applicants, real estate agents, and numerous other jobs. We ask that you call ahead of time just to make sure we have a Detention Deputy available to print. Printing hours are the same as office hours. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm MST.
MISSING PERSONS: When can I report someone as missing?
Missing/Runaway Juveniles: The parent or guardian of any juvenil e (under 18 years of age) may file a missing person-runaway juvenile report at any time. These reports will be immediately entered into the NCIC law enforcement database, which would serve to alert any officer from any jurisdiction having contact with the juvenile that he or she is listed as missing or a runaway. Radio notification will be made to all officers on duty. Deputies will also follow-up on any leads provided by the parent/guardian as to the possible location of the juvenile.
Missing Adults: Any person eighteen (18) years of age or older is considered to be an adult with full freedom of movement and liberty. Exceptions would include persons 18 years of age or older who remain under the legal guardianship of another adult or protective services. Deputies will take reports of missing adults at any time. The extent of any follow-up will depend upon the circumstances of the disappearance. For example, if evidence indicated that the missing person was endangered or may have been forcibly abducted, deputies would immediately begin following up on leads. If the missing person simply has not been seen recently but no evidence of foul play was found to exist, then our options and responsibilities in those cases are limited under the law and department policy.
POLICE REPORTS: How do I get a copy?
Obtaining Copies of Reports and Records: Most Sheriff's Office records are public information under the Kansas Open Records Act and are available for public viewing. There are several exceptions to this, including reports and paperwork relating to criminal cases remaining open and under investigation, certain personnel records, records sealed/expunged by court order, and records relating to juveniles (under 18 years of age).
Accident Reports: Patrol Deputies prepare reports on traffic accidents they have investigated within Sherman County. These reports are typically filed with the office manager within two (2) days of the date of the accident.
Fees for copies of a report are $2. If there are pictures included there will be an additional fee. To redeem a copy of a report, you can stop by the office and request a copy or send a request in the mail. If you send it in the mail, address it to: Sherman County Sheriff's Office, Attn: Reports, 813 1/2 Broadway, Goodland, KS, 67735.
REGISTERED OFFENDERS: If I'm a registered offender and am required to register, what do I need to do?
Register at the Sherman County Sheriff's Office during normal business hours. Offenders need to bring appropriate court documents or those from probation/parole officers, along with current information on home address, work address, vehicle, license plate, etc. In addition, all offenders are required to pay a $20 fee every time they register or update their registration.
RIDE ALONG: Does the Sheriff's Office do ride-along?
Yes: you must fill out this ride along form & return to the department. Your application will be evaluated for reasons you request a ride along. Also included in the document is the proper permissions and releases, and evaluation forms for the officer and the participant.
TICKETS & FINES: Where can I pay a ticket or fine?
Tickets and fines can be paid in the Sherman County District Court's Office. They are located at 813 Broadway on the second floor of the court house.
TOWED VEHICLES: What companies tow for our local agencies?
Alex's Radiator
531 W. 17th, Goodland
(785)890-7554 or (785)821-1128
McB's Motor Company
421 E. 17th, Goodland
1-800-281-7374 or (785)899-7475
S&M Repair
1008 W. 17th, Goodland
(785)899-5423
Stage Stop
1802 Sandy Dr., Goodland
(785)821-0329 or (785)821-1509
UNLOCKING VEHICLES: Can the Sheriff's Office unlock my personal vehicle?
Only in cases of an EMERGENCY, such as a small child being locked inside a vehicle, can the Sheriff's Office send someone to assist with gaining entry to your personal vehicle. Our deputies do not carry any unlocking tools in their patrol cars, and potential liability for property damage will not allow us to unlock personal vehicles. In non-emergency cases, you would need to call a professional locksmith to assist in gaining entry into your vehicle.
VEHICLE INSPECTIONS: How do I get my vehicle inspected?
VIN inspections are done at the City Police Department at 204 West 11th Street, Goodland.
VISITATION HOURS: What are visitation hours at the Bastille?
Video visitation at the Sheriff's office: The Bastille is open for video visitation on Mondays & Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. MST. Video visitation at the Sheriff's Office is free. Visitors must have a picture ID, valid e-mail address, and be at least 18 years of age. All visitors must be signed in before 4:00 pm to be guaranteed visiting time. Please call for confirmation the day you wish to visit to ensure visitation will take place.
Attorney visitation: The Bastille will be open for Attorney visitation during regular business hours.
There will be no visitation when the office is closed in observance of a holiday.
Video visitation outside Sheriff's office: Video visitation from remote location is open every day between 8:00 am to 11:59 pm MST. You must have an account with www.inmatecanteen.com and the proper equipment.
Contacting Inmates: How can I contact an inmate?
Email: You can contact an inmate through e-mail if you have an account with www.inmatecanteen.com and a valid email account.
Video Visit: You can video visit from your home if you have an account with www.inmatecanteen.com and the proper equipment.
Phone: If you call our office and request to talk to an inmate, we can NOT transfer calls back to their phones. By policy we can NOT give messages either. They have a separate phone system that they have access to where they can call out from. To call out they can either call collect or buy calling cards through the commissary system. Phone cards cannot be brought in from the outside; they will not work on the inmate phone system. Phone cards that are purchased through our commissary system can be used when they get out if there is time remaining on the card. Most commonly an inmate will receive mail if someone would like to get a hold of them from the outside. Incoming mail to an inmate needs to be labeled as followed:
Inmate Name
Sherman County Bastille
813 1/2 Broadway
Goodland, KS 67735
Concealed Carry
Concealed Carry Informational:
http://ag.ks.gov/public-safety/concealedcarry
The Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act, which permits the carrying of concealed handguns by licensed Kansas citizens, became law on July 1, 2006. The first licenses were issued in January 2007. Applicants for the concealed carry license must acknowledge that the permit is being obtained for personal protection.
Applicant Requirements: Concealed carry license applicants must be:
- 21 years of age;
- A citizen of the United States;
- A resident of Kansas for six months prior to application, and;
- A resident of the county where applying.
Concealed Carry Signage
Concealed handguns may be prohibited on certain properties by placing appropriate signage in a visible location at the entry of the premises. For complete signage details, and to download the appropriate graphic, visit the Concealed Carry page on www.ksag.org.
Application Process
- Must complete an 8-hour weapons safety and training course and obtain a certificate of completion from a certified instructor.
- Processing the application and issuing the license approval takes a minimum of 45 days, but by law cannot exceed 90 days.
- The county Sheriff will fingerprint the applicant and forward the entire packet to the Attorney General for processing.
- Fill out a 4-page application form and attach a 2"x 2" passport type color photograph.
- Acquire two cashier’s check s or money orders made payable to the county Sheriff ($32.50) and the Kansas Attorney General ($100).
- Submit in person the completed application wit h photo, training certificate, and checks to the Sheriff in the county of residence.
Step 1: Complete the online application and print a copy.
Step 2: Take the application copy with required items to the sheriff's office to complete the application process. *Come into the sheriff's office between the hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday for fingerprinting and application submission.
Step 3: Upon approval of the application, you will be directed to pick up your Concealed Carry license at the local drivers license station.
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