We are embarking on another new year at the Troup County Sheriff's Office! The renewed feeling thrusts everyone into a state of excitement for the promise of renewed commitment to protecting and serving the citizens of Troup County, in 2012. What will new technology and advancements to the Law Enforcement community unveil to us all in this fresh new year?
Many of the most efficient methods and innovations have enhanced our efforts in the recent years; thus, making our community a safer place to live. Improvements that we have made use of include the latest award-winning internet and public awareness tools, such as: NIXLE and the TCSO Mobile app for your smartphone. No longer will you have to wait hours, or days, when receiving information (third-hand) to decipher the best and most efficient procedure to keep your family safe in an emergency. Get the latest updates, advisories and alerts - FREE - via SMS text or email, from the Troup County Sheriff's Office! It's up to you to decide how often you wish to receive the messages, what kind of messages you wish to receive and for what locations you want to receive your alerts... The only decision you might regret is, not making one at all!
One of the most recent alert tools made available through the Troup County Sheriff's Office is Offender Watch! All of these services allowed us to get our important messages out faster, to a much broader audience, as compared to the more conventional methods used in the past. Again, information on each of these FREE services may be found following links from this website!
Social Media platforms have also proven effect when dissemenating important message from the Troup County Sheriff's Office on a timely basis. Nevertheless, Facebook and Twitter are now tools in our arsenal in the war on crime. Podcasts relay the Crime Stoppers messages we distribute to the radio and television media outlets on PodBean.com. Plug your podcatcher (iPhone, iPod, iPad, etc.) in to your PC to take our podcast episodes along with you on trips and family outings.
Our Detention Facility continues to provide outstanding service to our inmate population and their loved ones. An inmate information phone line is available, 24/7, for friends and family members to check the status of incarcerated individuals. Our new video surveillance system was installed inside the Jail's Booking area adds an extra safety measure, while streamline investigations, at the Jail. An upgrade of the Law Library available to inmates was installed last Summer, which provides legal research solutions using LexisNexis for correctional facilities. The external hard drive solution gives us a cost effective alternative to providing inmates with access to case law without the obligation to devote resources to maintaining a traditional legal library. The initial cost for the system was facilitated via inmate commissary funds, and an external hard drive containing Georgia and Federal law (to be updated as necessary) was purchased via drug forfeiture funds from the Troup County Sheriff’s Office. Therefore, this upgrade came at no cost to Troup County citizens; and, the annual maintenance of the new system will be delivered at a savings of roughly $2,900.00 yearly.
Through Federal Grants, we were able to acquire new bulletproof vests for our Patrol Deputies, in order to protect them from weapons and other objects likely to be used against them in the commission of a crime. These supplements to our unwavering service, likewise, transpired at no cost to our Troup County citizens!
While obtaining the most of the new enhancements and tools at our disposal, 2011 was a very rewarding year! The people I work with continue to achieve at maintaining the best professional service available in law enforcement. This ensures that our community will continue to be the safest and most enjoyable place to live throughout the State!
Mission Statement
The primary purpose (mission) of the Troup County Sheriff's Office is to maintain social order within prescribed ethical and constitutional limits while providing professional law enforcement services. To attain this, the Troup County Sheriff's Office enforces the law in a fair and impartial manner, recognizing both the statutory and judicial limitations of law enforcement authority and the constitutional rights of all persons. The Troup County Sheriff's Office recognizes that no law enforcement agency can operate at its maximum potential without supportive input from the citizens it serves. The Troup County Sheriff's Office actively solicits and encourages the cooperation of all citizens to reduce and limit the opportunities for crime and to facilitate the maximum use of resources.
Delinquent Taxes
Currently,(as of December 21, 2009) delinquent taxes are being collected by Troup County Sheriff's Office, located at room 2700 on the Second Floor of the Troup County Government Center. The Government Center is located at 100 Ridley Avenue in Lagrange, Georgia.
The hours for collection at the new location are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. For further information, call the Sheriff's Office at the Government Center - (706)298-3636.
Office Staff
Sheriff: Donny Turner Drug Unit Captain: William Grizzard
Chief Deputy: Frank Kirby Professional Standards/Training Deputy Commander: Byron Hadley
Patrol Commander: Major Steve Flournoy Jail Administrator: Captain Marty Reeves
Patrol Commander: Captain Mike Ellington Public Information/Crime Prevention Sergeant: Chad Mann
Patrol Commander: Captain Rick White Administrative Assistant to the Sheriff: Gail Foster
Court Security: Captain Shane Frailey
Chief Investigator: Charles Nixon
We are very happy to announce that the 3rd annual Troup County Sheriff's Office Car Show Ride to benefit the Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home, PINELAND, will be at Pyne Road Park this year! If you would like to be a sponsor, vendor, participant or volunteer please fill out the form on this page and send it back to the address provided. We truly appreciate all the past successful events... Looking forward to seeing YOU this May 12th!
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Employment applications are accepted at the Troup County Government Center, for processing, only on the available listed job opportunities and positions. You may check the Troup County Government website for the positions presently available by clicking the link below.
Application Forms must be completed and returned to :
Troup County Human Resources
100 Ridley Avenue
Lagrange, GA 30240
(706)883-1630
Office hours: Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm
*A resume in lieu of an application will not be accepted.
**Troup County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug
Free Workplace.
The Troup County Sheriff's Office is located at:
130 Sam Walker Drive | Lagrange, Georgia 30240
Sheriff's Office: (706) 883-1616
Crime Stoppers: (706) 812-1000
Drug Hotline: (706) 883-1615
Criminal Investigations: (706) 883-1746
Office fax line: (706) 883-1694
Note to Certified Process Servers:
In agreement with the Georgia Sheriff's Association and in accordance with Georgia Law, Sheriff Donny Turner exercises his authority under the Official Code of Georgia ( O.C.G.A. 9 - 11 - 4 and O.C.G.A. 9 - 11 - 4.1) in PROHIBITING ALL Certified Process Servers from serving process in Troup County.
Civil Process will be handled by trained and authorized Troup County Sheriff's Office personnel. This message is being provided to you as a courtesy, so that potential applicants can make a better informed financial decision regarding the certification process.
(800)844-6591
Correctional Billing Services - In order for an inmate to be able to call you, there must be an account set up through this provider.
Troup County Jail
130 Sam Walker Drive
Lagrange, Georgia 30240
(800)574-5729
J Pay - This service is provided as a convenient way to place money onto an inmate's account from home, work or just about anywhere!
(706)416-3245
Inmate Information Line - A number for you to call 24/7 to get up-to-date information on arrests, charges, bonds, and other basic details.
As of 10/1/2011, the Troup County Jail now only receives incoming mail for inmates in simple postcard format. As a result of the new policy, the elimination of standard (envelope) mail will cut down on the cases of contraband occasionally encountered when this type of mail is received at the Jail.
From this point, any standard (enveloped) mail received will be returned to the sender with a note of rejection, advising the sender of the new policy change, from the Troup County Jail staff.
The new change in policy does not effect the way that outgoing mail (from inmates, to loved ones) is processed at the Troup County Jail. Outgoing mail will remain unchanged. Standard (enveloped) letters will continue to be acceptable when sending mail abroad, from the Jail.
Kimble's Food by Design is a leading provider of Inmate Commissary services for the Georgia and Alabama areas. They are a Georgia based company that is privately held and operated by the owner who has a commitment to personal service.
More good news is coming soon as Troup County Jail expands into its New Pod! For further information regarding inmate commissary, please click on the picture above.
Pod A
Unit H Unit L
Monday 9a - 11am Monday 5p - 7pm
Wednesday 3p - 5pm Wednesday 9a - 11am
Friday 5p - 7pm Thursday 11a - 1pm
Unit I Unit M
Tuesday 11a - 1pm Monday 11a - 1pm
Thursday 1p - 3pm Tuesday 5p - 7pm
Friday 5p - 7pm Friday 9a - 11am
Unit J Unit N
Monday 1p - 3pm Tuesday 7p - 9pm
Wednesday 5p - 7pm Wednesday 1p - 3pm
Thursday 9a - 11am Friday 11a - 1pm
Unit K
Tuesday 9a - 11am
Thursday 5p - 7pm
Friday 1p - 3pm
Pod B
Unit A Unit E TRUSTEES
Monday 9a - 11am Monday 7p - 9pm Sunday 9a - 4pm
Tuesday 1p - 3pm Wednesday 9a - 11am
Unit B Unit F
Monday 11a - 1pm Tuesday 9a - 11am
Tuesday 5p - 7pm Wednesday 1p - 3pm
Friday 1p - 3pm Thursday 5p - 7pm
Unit C Unit G
Monday 1p - 3pm Tuesday 11a - 1pm
Wednesday 5p - 7pm Wednesday 7p - 9pm
Friday 11a - 1pm Thursday 1p - 3pm
Unit D Medical Segregation
Monday 5p - 7pm Tuesday 11a - 1pm
Wednesday 11a - 1pm Wednesday 1p - 3pm
Friday 9a - 11am Friday 9a - 11am
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The Patrol Division is responsible for daily law enforcement tasks throughout the county, specifically in the unincorporated areas & occasionally within the city limits. Deputies in the Patrol Division answer calls ranging from domestic violence, thefts, criminal trespass and other calls involving citizens. Deputies also patrol roads throughout the county and issue citations for traffic offenses such as speeding, driving under the influence and reckless driving. Troup County is divided into four nearly equal zones for patrol. A deputy is responsible for all residents, businesses and roads within his area while on duty and is required to make personal contact with residents whenever possible. Deputies from the Patrol Division provide residential checks for homeowners while they are on vacation. A "keep check" can be requested by calling 911 and providing operators with information about your home, your travel plans & time of your return. A deputy will then check on your home at least once each day. In the past year, deputies from the Patrol Division answered more than 15,000 calls and traveled over half a million miles protecting the citizens of Troup County.
Two deputies are assigned the duty of patrolling the parks and shore areas around West Point Lake on a seasonal basis. This task is paid for through a grant from the federal government.
During the spring, summer and fall of the year, these deputies patrol the land areas around the twenty-five thousand acre lake and make criminal cases for such offenses as DUI, BUI, drug possession, open containers and even littering. Lake Patrol Deputies also conduct a number of road and water safety checks to ensure the well being of all visitors to the parks.
A great deal of the cases turned over to Troup County Investigators involve misdemeanor offenses such as criminal trespass and minor thefts. A number of the cases, however, involve felonies such as burglary, kidnapping or murder. In April 2010, Investigators assisted other officers from the Hogansville and Lagrange Police Departments in a five hour standoff in Hogansville. Investigators helped in staking out the subject, by evacuating neighbors closeby and in securing the perimeter. Oftentimes they must talk to neighbors or friends who may provide clues needed to make arrests or to clear a case. The clearance rate for crime in Troup County has been well above the national average for the last five years, at - or near - 80%. Visit our "Wanted" page of this website to see if you can provide us with a tip that could help solve one of these presently on-going investigations. Call the Crime Stoppers Hotline with your information... You may even remain anonymous - (706)812-1000!
We now have two full time investigators answering citizen drug complaints and monitoring activities throughout Troup County. Sheriff Turner recently purchased another drug dog to assist with the detection of illegal drugs. Within the first month of 2010, Troup County Drug Agents have already made an impressive arrest and seizure of Marijuana in a "Grow House" operation. The seizure culminated in 50 fully grown Marijuana plants, 4 one-pound plastic bags containing cultivated Marijuana(ready for distribution), growing lights, air purifiers, fertilizer, digital scales and various other illegal drug paraphernalia. In March, Drug Unit Agents continued there efforts to stomp out "Shake and Bake" Meth labs with a siezure on Warner Road in West Point, GA. We continue to encourage the citizens of Troup County to help us in the fight against illegal drugs. You can remain anonymous when phoning in your tip to Crime Stoppers. You may also email us information at the "Locate Us" page of this website!
The Crime Prevention and Public Information Office is responsible for publishing the annual report and administering this website. In addition, the deputy assigned to this office keeps track of daily statistics pertinent to the Sheriff's Office and oversees the Neighborhood Watch Program, Crime Stoppers and Safety Presentations for schools and businesses. The deputy assigned to this office also contacts the media with press releases and conducts interviews as the Sheriff's spokesman. The media is often able to help the Sheriff's Office in the identification or apprehension of suspects. Sheriff Turner believes that his deputies should work closely with the media and accommodate their needs whenever possible. The media also plays a major role by informing the public of any changes in the law or programs offered by the Troup County Sheriff's Office. This deputy also speaks to church, school and civic groups about various law enforcement subjects. Members of the community are encouraged to call with any questions concerning crime prevention. McGruff, the Crime Dog, is assigned to work with the Crime Prevention Office and help.....take a bite out of crime.
The Office of Professional Standards is responsible for making sure that each deputy, investigator and jailer is aware of his or her duties and responsibilities during daily operations. The training officer routinely holds classes to keep employees updated on any changes in laws and regulations. Each deputy with the Troup County Sheriff's Office is required to complete a certain number of hours of training each year to keep his or her certification. If he or she fails to meet these tough standards, they will not be able to continue as a law enforcement officer. The Office of Professional Standards is also responsible for investigating any complaints against deputies, investigators or jailers. This investigation is conducted on a timely basis and the findings are forwarded directly to Sheriff Donny Turner for disposition. This office is also responsible for regulating bonding companies licensed in Troup County.
Nixle is a community advisory and alerts program that Sheriff Turner provides to our citizens free of charge as a way of letting everyone know of community events, neighborhood watch meetings, wanted persons, missing persons, severe weather, traffic conditions and other pertinent information. For more information on the program, watch the video of a news interview conducted by WTVM at the Troup County Sheriff's Office. Then, register to start receiving messages today!
Residents of Troup County can call and report problems with crime in their area. This information is then forwarded to the appropriate law enforcement agency (i.e. the Troup County Sheriff's Office, LaGrange Police, Hogansville Police, West Point Police, etc.) The Crime Stoppers Hotline is available 24 hours a day, and protects your anonymity! Although, technology could be added to monitor callers with ID and other equipment, it is the specific rule of the Crime Stoppers Board that the caller be protected and remains anonymous.
Sheriff Turner wants to say "Thank you!" to our Crime Stoppers Report and Alert Media supporters:
Check out TCSO's "Recent Crimes of Interest" on the interactive map by clicking HERE!
Elderly homebound - those seniors living alone or disabled - can feel a sense of security and caring just knowing a daily call will be made from the office of Sheriff Donny Turner to confirm all is well.
The Are You Okay? system is located at the Troup County Sheriff's Office. This computerized system makes daily calls to those needing daily checks. The dispatcher will receive an emergency ALERT if the homebound person does not answer the daily call. The dispatcher will then alert appropriate law enforcement officers that there is a possible emergency.
Once an application is completed, you will begin receiving your daily telephone reassurance call.
A vital part of the Troup County Sheriff's Office, the Neighborhood Watch program enlists members of the community to help them keep their neighborhoods safe. At this time, there have been more than twenty new neighborhood watch groups started since Sheriff Donny Turner took office in 1993.
Members of individual neighborhood watches are asked to keep an eye on their communities and be alert for suspicious activities. They are encouraged to get involved but not to take action against suspicious persons. They are given the latest statistics and made aware of the latest programs designed to help them live a safer life.
Neighborhood Watch groups meet on a monthly or quarterly basis and discuss certain
topics with members of the Sheriff's Office. A few of those topics covered are personal safety, residential security, property damage prevention, fraud and con games, substance abuse and domestic violence.
In addition to assisting the Sheriff's Office with crime prevention, Neighborhood Watch members have also become involved in anti-litter campaigns, beautification projects, recycling and other volunteer programs.
View the Troup County Sheriff's Office Recent Crimes of Interest Map - Click HERE!
The Junior Deputy Program was created by Sheriff Turner after taking office in 1993. The program is a partnership with the Troup County School System. A Deputy Sheriff visits 3rd graders in all 15 elementary Schools. The Deputy teaches 4 essons at each individual school to the 3rd graders. The lessons are on: safety at school, at home, bicycle safety and saying no to drugs. Each student is provided a work book and an official I.D. card after completion. The students learn important safety tips as the instructor answers questions and interacts with them, as much as time allows. At the end of the school year, each school picks one student from their entire third grade to represent them as the Sheriff for a Day. The Sheriff for a Day is a reward for the students hard work in the Junior Deputy Program and their recognition as good role models for their fellow students. Each Sheriff for a Day student is picked up at his or her individual school the morning of the event in an actual Troup County Sheriffs Office Patrol Car and then transported to the Sheriffs Office. Upon their arrival at the Sheriffs Office they are introduced to Sheriff Turner and the other staff members, given an official I.D. card with their picture and a custom made t-shirt proclaiming them as sheriff for a day. The students are then taken on a tour of the facilities and given an equipment demonstration. The students are then ride to the Troup County Government Center to tour and view an actual trial in progress. After leaving, the students are taken to the E-911 dispatch center and given a tour by the Director Suzy Noles. Students are provided lunch and then taken to the Troup/LaGrange Animal Shelter for a tour and pet care instruction by one of the animal control officers. The students are then taken back to their individual schools. Withstanding the test of time, as with any educational program, is due to the quality of our educators here in Troup County by partnering with the sheriffs office, in our endeavor to make our kids safer in their everyday lives, through knowledge.
The Sheriff's Academy for Youth or S.A.Y. is a summer day camp program that Sheriff Turner provides every summer in conjunction with Troup County Parks and Recreation Department. The camp consists of two one-week day camps that our area youth are exposed to the function and duties of the Sheriff's Office along with several other topics that range from CPR to Internet Safety. The first week kids ages 9 &10 are accepted and the program is tailored to their interests and needs in that age bracket. The second week is for kids ages 11-12 and they are also taught safety and awareness in matters that are more relevant to their age group as well. The S.A.Y. Academy begins each morning with topics taught by either a Sheriff's Office Staff member or an outside expert and then following the morning sessions the kids are rewarded by an afternoon of swimming, skating or going to an appropriately rated movie. The hours of the day camp are from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. with the exception of graduation day. At the ceremony parents are encouraged to attend, each participant receives a diploma, custom made t-shirt and other items relating to the message of the camp. Parents or guardians can sign their kids up at the Parks and Recreation Department Office on Lafayette Parkway during the announced sign up phase in early spring. The cost to the parent is very reasonable and includes admission to the Water Park, movie and skating rink and a daily sack lunch is provided as well. The children foster bonds with the Deputies as they spend time learning and playing with their Advisors.
This is the Troup County Sheriff's Office "Recent Crimes of Interest" Map. The featured crimes may be considered of interest when submitting "Crime Stoppers" tips. Those featured are based upon cases dealt with/on-going by CID. They do not include crimes being investigated by other agencies within our County. If you wish to submit a Crime Stoppers tip, please contact the Crime Stoppers at (706)812-1000.
OffenderWatch ® is the nation's leading registered sex offender management and community notification tool with hundreds of leading agencies in dozens of states utilizing it. Troup County's law enforcement utilizes OffenderWatch ® to manage and monitor the whereabouts, conduct and compliance status of the registered offenders in Troup County. OffenderWatch ® provides the most accurate and timely information available and now this information is available to you ABSOLUTELY FREE!!!
Click the SEARCH button to begin finding Sex Offenders in your area.
Watch the Demo for Offender Watch!
The new school year is almost underway. Some will be starting for the first time, while most will be returning to the "“Golden Rule Grind"”! With that in mind, Sheriff Donny Turner, along with the American Academy of Pediatrics proudly offers a few simple BACK-TO-SCHOOL tips:
BACKPACK SAFETY
TRAVELING TO AND FROM SCHOOL
Many crashes occur annually, while novice teen drivers are going to/from school. As a parent, you should require seat belt use for everyone in the family.
Familiarize yourself with your Georgia’'s teenage-driver license law; and, consider the use of a parent-teen driver agreement to facilitate the early driving learning process.
BULLYING
Bullying is when one child picks on another child repeatedly. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or social. It can happen at school, on the playground, on the school bus, in the neighborhood, or over the Internet. Help your child learn how to respond to bullying by:
There are some great tips pertaining to “Bullying” from our four-legged crime fighter, McGruff'’s website: www.McGruff.org
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE
During childhood, young ones need supervision 'round-the-clock. A responsible trusted adult should be available to get them ready and off to school in the morning; and, watch over them after school - until you return home from work. Children approaching adolescence (11 and 12 year-olds) should not come home to an empty house in the afternoon, unless they show unusual maturity for their age.
If alternate responsible adult supervision is not available, parents should make special efforts to supervise their children from a distance. Children should have a set time when they are expected to arrive at home and should check in with a trusted neighbor, or with a parent by phone.
If you choose a commercial after-school program, inquire about the training of the staff. There should be a high staff-to-child ratio. The rooms and the playground should also be adequately safe.
Safety for your child and others in your family is our goal at the Troup County Sheriff'’s Office! Sheriff Donny Turner encourages you and your loved ones to visit our website ( www.TroupCountySheriff.org ), to examine all the ways that our Agency benefits YOU! You may also visit the American Academy of Pediatrics online at www.aap.org for further health and safety information for your youngster. For information on the ins and outs of the troup County School System, visit them at www.troup.k12.ga.us .
All too often, we are caught by surprise when the weather takes a turn for the worse. Floods, tornadoes, strong thunderstorms... We have seen them all in Troup County!
The Troup County Sheriff's Office urges you and your family to have an emergency disaster plan for such a time.
As you prepare your plan keep in mind that you may be at home, at work, at church or even at school when an emergency strikes.
For some great suggestions in making your family's disaster plan, visit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)'s Severe Weather Safety webpage.
Here is a quick, general safety "Q & A" to get you started:
Q. "How will I find my loved ones in a home emergency?"
A. Designate at least two spots to meet when an emergency occurs. #1 - If you are forced out of your home. #2 - If you are forced out of your neighborhood. You may also want to designate an out-of-town friend (A "Family Check-In Contact") for everyone to call in the event that you are separated indefinitely.
Q. "What will I do if I lose the use of my utilities?"
A. Keep back up supplies and non-perishable food in your home. Smaller emergency back up items should already be packed inside your car, in the event that you are stranded. Plan to have enough supplies at home to last at least three days; in case, you are without water or electricity or means of travel for an extended period of time.
Q. "Who do I get in touch with when a crisis occurs?"
A. Keep a list of emergency phone numbers in plain site( ie. your refrigerator door, bulletin board, by your home phone, etc).
Q. "What can I do right now to prepare for an emergency?"
A. Install a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and other safety features in your home. Check to see if your home is safe from fire, bad wiring, objects that could fall and hurt small children, cleaning supplies stored improperly and other potential hazards. Also, make a short checklist or assemble a small kit of only emergency supplies that you should take with you if there is a need to evacuate immediately. Keep important documents in a waterproof and fireproof container. Perhaps, most importantly... Teach everyone to call 911 in the event of an emergency!
The Troup County Sheriff’s Office recommends that you not only have an emergency severe weather plan; But, practice the plan in-action with the whole family. Also, ensure that you have all the necessary materials to execute your plan. Then check to see that all the materials needed are in proper working condition. Emergency conditions can come without warning. The time of need is not the time to find out that your plans have major flaws.
Troup County Sheriff's Office
(706)883-1616
TCSO's Crime Map
www.NIXLE.com
*Note for Certified Process Servers, click here.
