About the Sheriff's Office
Today, the Charleston County Sheriff's Office is one of the largest full-service Sheriff's Offices in the State of South Carolina. Charleston County is South Carolina's seventh largest county geographically and its third-most populous. As a political subdivision, Charleston County has been in existence since 1682, as one of three original counties in South Carolina.
The Sheriff's Office serves a complex and diverse population which continues to experience steady population growth. Latest U. S. Census reports indicate a population of 365, 209 in an area of 916.0 square miles. Along with its cultural, recreational, and historical attractions, Charleston County boasts 90 miles of coastline and 192 miles of creeks and rivers.
The agency is proud to be internationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, the American Corrections Association, and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care reflecting the commitment of the Sheriff's Office to continually improve the quality of law enforcement service provided to the citizens of Charleston County.
At any time, the public is encouraged to comment on anything regarding the Charleston County Sheriff's Office on the www.CALEA.org (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®)).
Sheriff Carl Ritchie
In November 2024, Ritchie was elected Charleston County Sheriff, continuing his lifelong commitment to public service. A lifelong resident of Charleston County, he remains dedicated to the safety and well-being of the community he has served throughout his career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answer: The Sheriff has jurisdiction throughout Charleston County, but deputies normally do not respond to routine, non-emergency calls for service within the jurisdictions of municipal law enforcement agencies.
Sheriff's Office deputies will assist other law enforcement agencies upon request and will respond to situations within the County when deemed necessary to ensure public safety. The Sheriff's Office does engage in certain routine activities such as civil process, detention and warrants on a countywide basis. The Sheriff has the authority to enforce state law throughout the County, including incorporated areas.
Deputies do not have the authority to enforce a city ordinance within the limits of the municipality unless that ordinance has been adopted as a County ordinance.
Answer: When you call 9-1-1 during an emergency, your call is automatically directed to the appropriate law enforcement agency for your area.
Answer: No.
The center accommodates a variety of inmate classifications, including pre-trail detainees.
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