What to do in a Traffic Stop

What to do in a Traffic Stop

Law Enforcement Officers around the United States understand that being stopped by law enforcement can be a stressful situation for the driver. Deputies are tasked with enforcing the numerous traffic laws and regulations enacted by the different legislative bodies of...
When to Call 911

When to Call 911

The Evansville City/Vanderburgh County Joint Department of Central Dispatch is the Primary PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point) for all of Evansville and Vanderburgh County. We take 911 calls from regular telephone (wireline) customers and from cellular phone users in...
What to do if You Suspect Terrorist Activity

What to do if You Suspect Terrorist Activity

No matter where you live in the world, your assistance is needed in preventing terrorist acts. It is a fact that certain kinds of activities can indicate terrorist plans that are in the works, especially when they occur at or near high profile sites or places where...
How to be Safe on the Internet

How to be Safe on the Internet

The best form of Online Safety begins at home with you, the parent. We offer you the following tips to keep your child safe on the Internet. The best way to know what your child is doing online is to ask. Whether you ask other parents, an Internet-savvy friend, or...
How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America. It occurs when criminals steal personal identifying information such as name, birth date, Social Security number, or your mother’s maiden name and use it for their own gain. These thefts can occur through...
Sex Offender Registry

Sex Offender Registry

In Indiana, the county Sheriff is generally responsible for registering, verifying, and monitoring convicted sex offenders and violent offenders. For statewide continuity and consistency, all sheriffs maintain their registry within a centralized database that can be...
Drug Drop Box

Drug Drop Box

The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has installed an “Unused, Expired and Unwanted Medication Drop Box” in the main lobby of the Vanderburgh County Jail  located at 3500 N Harlan Ave.   Unused and expired medications should be discarded properly and not...
What to do if You Find a Gun

What to do if You Find a Gun

Don’t touch It is impossible to know if a gun is loaded or not; ALWAYS assume that the gun is loaded. If you are a juvenile, tell an adult Immediately notify an adult of what you have found.With a modern design of toy guns it’s impossible to determine if it’s a real...