Caledonia County Sheriff’s Office

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The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office is a law enforcement agency responsible for providing law enforcement services to Caledonia County, Vermont, United States. The office serves a population of over 30,000 people.

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The Sheriff's Office is headed by the Sheriff of Caledonia County, who is elected for a two-year term. The Sheriff is responsible for the overall operations of the office and appoints the office's personnel.

The Sheriff's Office is divided into several divisions, including:

• The Patrol Division is responsible for responding to calls for service, conducting traffic stops, and patrolling the county.
• The Criminal Investigation Division is responsible for investigating crimes, conducting interviews, and collecting evidence.
• The Civil Division is responsible for serving legal papers, conducting evictions, and enforcing court orders.
• The Corrections Division is responsible for operating the county jail and transporting inmates to and from court.

Location and Contact Details

• Address: 970 Memorial Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 05819
• Phone: (802) 748-6666
• Fax: (802) 442-7282

Services

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office provides various services to the residents of Caledonia County, including:

• Law enforcement: The Sheriff's Office is responsible for enforcing laws and protecting the public from crime.
• Crime prevention: The Sheriff's Office conducts crime prevention programs and provides crime prevention resources to the community.
• Victim assistance: The Sheriff's Office provides assistance to victims of crime, including victim advocacy and support services.
• Community outreach: The Sheriff's Office participates in community outreach programs and events to connect with the community and learn about their concerns.

History

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office was established in the early 1800s. The first Sheriff of Caledonia County was John Strong, who was appointed in 1801. The Sheriff's Office has been housed in several locations throughout its history, including the old county courthouse and the county jail. In 2007, the Sheriff's Office moved into its current location at 279 Main Street in St. Johnsbury.

Caledonia County Arrest Warrants

An arrest warrant is a court order authorizing law enforcement officers to arrest a person. Arrest warrants are issued when there is probable cause to believe that a person has committed a crime.

How to Find a Warrant in Caledonia County

To find out if there is an active arrest warrant for you in Caledonia County, you can:

• Contact the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office at (802) 748-6666.
• Visit the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office at 970 Memorial Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 05819.
• Search the Vermont Court System's online database of arrest warrants.

To search the Vermont Court System's online database of arrest warrants, you will need to provide the person's name and date of birth.

What to Do if You Have a Warrant

If you have an active arrest warrant, you should contact an attorney immediately. An attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court.

You may also be able to turn yourself in to the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office. However, it is important to speak to an attorney before doing so.

Caledonia County Mugshots

Mugshots are photographs of arrested individuals taken by law enforcement agencies. Mugshots are typically taken at the time of arrest and are used to identify and track arrested individuals.

How to Obtain Mugshots

Mugshots are public records and can be obtained by anyone. To obtain mugshots in Caledonia County, you can:

• Contact the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office at (802) 748-6666.
• Visit the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office at 970 Memorial Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 05819.
• Submit a public records request to the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office.

When requesting mugshots, you will need to provide the person's name and date of birth. You may also be required to pay a fee.

Availability of Mugshots

Mugshots are not always available to the public. In some cases, mugshots may be withheld from the public if the person has not been convicted of a crime or if the release of the mugshot would interfere with an ongoing investigation.

If you are unable to obtain a mugshot from the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office, you may be able to obtain it from the Vermont State Police or the FBI.

Sex Offender Registry

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office maintains a Sex Offender Registry in accordance with Vermont state law. The registry contains information about individuals who have been convicted of certain sex offenses.

Purpose of the Registry

The purpose of the Sex Offender Registry is to protect the public from sex offenders by:

• Providing law enforcement and the public with information about the location and activities of sex offenders.
• Detering sex offenders from committing future offenses.
• Assisting law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of sex offenses.

Information Contained in the Registry

The Sex Offender Registry contains the following information about each registrant:

• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Photograph
• Physical description
• Offense(s) for which the registrant was convicted
• Risk level (low, moderate, or high)
• Date of registration
• Date of expiration of registration

Who is Required to Register?

Individuals who are required to register as sex offenders in Caledonia County include those who have been convicted of:

• Sexual assault
• Rape
• Child molestation
• Indecent exposure
• Lewd and lascivious behavior
• Voyeurism
• Stalking
• Prostitution

How to Search the Registry

The Caledonia County Sex Offender Registry is available to the public online. To search the registry, you will need to provide the person's name or address.

Restrictions on Registrants

Sex offenders are subject to a number of restrictions, including:

• They must register with the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office within three days of moving into or out of the county.
• They must update their registration information annually.
• They cannot live within 1,000 feet of a school or daycare center.
• They cannot work or volunteer with children.
• They must comply with any other restrictions imposed by the court.

Public Notification

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office may notify the public about a sex offender who is living in the community. The Sheriff's Office will consider the following factors when deciding whether to issue a public notification:

• The nature and severity of the offender's crime.
• The offender's risk level.
• The offender's compliance with registration requirements.
• The likelihood that the offender will commit another offense.

If You See a Sex Offender

If you see a sex offender in your community, you should report it to the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office immediately. You can call the Sheriff's Office at (802) 748-6666.

Bond Information

What is a Bail Bond?

A bail bond is a contract between a bail bondsman and a defendant in a criminal case. The bail bond guarantees that the defendant will appear in court as required. If the defendant fails to appear in court, the bail bondsman is responsible for paying the court the full amount of the bail.

How to Post a Bond in Caledonia County

To post a bond in Caledonia County, you can:

• Contact a bail bondsman. A bail bondsman will charge a fee for their services, which is typically a percentage of the bail amount.
• Deposit the full amount of the bail with the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office.

Once the bond has been posted, the defendant will be released from jail. The defendant must then appear in court as required.

Caledonia County Most Wanted

Caledonia County Most Wanted List

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of the county's most wanted fugitives. The list includes individuals who are wanted for serious crimes, such as murder, sexual assault, and robbery.

How to Find Caledonia County Most Wanted List

The Caledonia County Most Wanted List is available to the public online. To view the list, you can visit the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office website or the Vermont State Police website.

How to Report a Fugitive

If you see a fugitive on the Caledonia County Most Wanted List, you should report it to the Caledonia County Sheriff's Office immediately. You can call the Sheriff's Office at (802) 748-6666.

You can also submit a tip online through the Vermont State Police website.

Reward

The Caledonia County Sheriff's Office may offer a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a fugitive on the Most Wanted List. The amount of the reward will vary depending on the severity of the crime.