Sheriff's Office

Patrol

The Patrol Division serves several vital functions within the county and is divided into four squads overseen by the Chief of Patrol.  Each squad is commanded by one Sergeant and one Corporal which oversee 6-7 deputies.  Patrol squads work a rotating 12-hour schedule broken out to areas North, South or West.  The Patrol Division personnel are responsible for delivering full law enforcement services 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and are first responders to citizen calls for service.  Daily activities consist of proactive road patrol, serving court processes, arresting wanted persons, preserving the public peace, enforcement of all criminal and traffic laws, accident and criminal investigation, and working in partnerships with all surrounding agencies serving the citizens of Chelan County.  The Sheriff's Office embraces the importance and relevance of working with neighborhoods, businesses and community groups to solve problems and do what's necessary to care for the residents of Chelan County.  We currently contract with four cities within Chelan County:  Cashmere, Chelan, Entiat and Leavenworth. 

Patrol is assisted by the following units:

  • Traffic Enforcement Unit – The Traffic Unit consists of two Traffic Deputies and one Commercial Vehicle Truck Enforcement Deputy.   They are responsible for performing traffic enforcement, traffic safety education, and collision investigation within the county.  The Traffic Unit works in partnership with Chelan County Public Works regarding any problems with roadways, signage, parking issues, collisions, traffic, road weight restrictions, county code enforcement for builders/landowners/right of way issues. 
     
  • School Resource Officers – SROs have three main roles and responsibilities. One is that of a Sheriff’s Office Deputy. Another is that of a law-related counselors and law-related educators who develop relationships with students. A SROs primary role, however, is to provide law enforcement-type services to a school to encourage everyone to follow all of the school regulations. SROs investigate allegations of criminal incidents and make referrals of students to juvenile authorities when necessary.  SROs work to reduce juvenile delinquency rates by establishing close contact with students and to build positive relationships with them. SROs also conduct security inspections, monitor crime statistics and work with local police and students to design crime prevention strategies. The ability to work closely with school administrators is a must for any SRO, as is the ability to train school personnel in handling crisis situations. SRO also attends and participates in many school functions.

 

Posted: 01/06/2015 11:52 AM
Last Updated: 08/04/2021 08:47 AM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 26
    Apr 2024
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 24
    Apr 2024
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - April 24th, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 24
    Apr 2024
    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

    Assessor's Office Community Meeting: Entiat and North Wenatchee

    Posted by: Chelan County Assessor

    Chelan County Assessor Wes Cornelius invites property owners and all interested parties to attend one of four community meetings scheduled this spring throughout the county.

    Wenatchee Valley Fire Station No. 11
  • 23
    Apr 2024
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Special Election Day - Manson Parks & Recreation District voters only

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Election Day

  • 15
    Apr 2024
    08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Registration in person at our office

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Registration Deadline in person at our office.