Our Mission . . .
...is to strive to build
problem-solving partnerships with the community in order to
prevent crimes and increase the quality of life in Scotland
County. It is our goal to provide all citizens prompt,
courteous, and professional services while respecting the rights
and dignity of those we encounter.
- Shep Jones, SHERIFF
10 Crime Prevention Tips
- Teach children how to reduce their risk of
being victims of violent crime. Insist on knowing at all
times where your kids are, what they are doing, and who
they are with.
- Get involved. Volunteer to help in community
and neighborhood anti-crime and other community
improvement efforts. Encourage groups you belong to --
religious, civic, social -- to help stop crime.
- Use common-sense tips to reduce your risk of
being a crime victim. Stay in well-lighted, busy areas;
travel with a friend if possible; walk in a confident,
assured way. Avoid known trouble spots.
- Report crimes and suspicious activities to
police; agree to testify when necessary. Stand up for
what you believe in.
- Get to know your neighbors and agree to look
out for each other. Get organized; work with the
Sheriff.
- Find ways to settle arguments without violence.
If you resort to violence to settle disputes, this is
what you will teach your child. Be a good role model.
- Use common courtesy. It helps ease tensions
that can lead to violence. Teach your kids that good
manners are important.
- Don't carry a weapon. You lose, whether you
use it or it's used on you.
- Don't support illegal activities, like buying
stolen property or using illegal drugs. It's the wrong
message to send a child, and it involves you in criminal
activity.
- Volunteer your home as a reliable source of help for kids who are scared or need assistance.
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
ID theft happens when a criminal steals personal information – your Social Security number, date of birth, account numbers – and uses it to gain access to your accounts, apply for credit, or to avoid being charged with a crime. But you’re not helpless. Use these GUIDES to start protecting yourself now. (Source: http://noscamnc.gov). Also visit FinancialPrivacyNow.org for more timely information concerning crime prevention measures of your identity.
Sex Offender Notification
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