About
The Sheriff of Wilkin County is an elected official.
The Sheriff:
-Keeps and preserves peace in the County, administers programs aimed at protection of life and property.
-Must be a licensed peace officer in the State of Minnesota.
-Investigates complaints of criminal activity, investigates traffic accidents, interviews witnesses, victims and suspects, gathers evidence, prepares reports and arrests suspects.
-Directs service on all civil and criminal processes; warrants, writs, precepts and orders delivered to the Sheriff.
-Directs all operations for Search and Rescue of citizens in the county.
-Investigates all deaths occurring in the county. The Sheriff acts as coroner of the county.
-Transports all mentally ill and inebriated persons to the appropriate facilities.
-Testifies in court and also serves as Court Bailiff for court proceedings.
-Prepares, recommends and monitors Sheriff's Department budget.
-Develops and implements Department Policy and Procedure.
-Assigns deputies tasks, review performance and promotions. Interviews and selects new employees. Schedules training.
-Works closely with other law enforcement agencies, probation and parole, prosecutors and social services agencies and the medical examiner's office.
-Maintains confidential records when appropriate.
-Maintains a 21 bed Jail for Wilkin County.
-Contracted with six towns in Wilkin County for police protection
