Canyon Safety
The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office would like to remind everyone to be safe as they spend time in the mountains during spring run-off. Please click on the above picture for information about how to stay safe in the canyons.
Prescription Medication Drop Box Program
The Sheriff's Office would like to remind citizens we have several convenient locations throughout the county to dispose of expired or unwanted prescription medication. Click here for a list of the drop box locations.
Pay-for-Stay Program
The Salt Lake County Council has given approval to the Sheriff to implement a program which will save Salt Lake County taxpayers money by charging prisoners a fee to be incarcerated in the Salt Lake County Jail. Click here to learn more about the program.
Graffiti Removal Information
The Sheriff's Office is committed to combat the proliferation of graffiti in the community. Click here for information on what you can do about having graffiti removed.
In the news
Search and Rescue and Lifeflight Recognition
Sheriff Jim Winder recently recognized the combined efforts of the Salt Lake County Search and Rescue Team and Intermountain Health Care's Lifeflight crew during a ceremony at the Sheriff's Office Building. Click here to learn more about the incredible rescue which prompted this award.
2009 Awards Banquet
The Sheriff's Office recognized members and citizens for outstanding accomplishments at our annual awards banquet held Friday, May 15, at 12:00 at the Salt Palace Convention Center. We would like to thank our sponsors, Salt Lake County Honorary Colonels and Sonitrol Security (click here for more information), for their generous donations.
Child Custody Issues
Child custody disputes are a complicated and time-consuming issue for law enforcement and can be emotionally trying and frustrating for parents and custodians. The Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office would like to provide some tips and answers to frequently asked questions regarding this subject to help citizens navigate the system as they are faced with custodial conflicts. Click here to read more.
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