The current population of Jefferson County is approximately 26,000 - of which some 16,000 reside in unincorporated areas. Jefferson County has an area of 1815 square miles.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has 47 full-time positions, 12 reserve deputies, and 20 volunteers.

The Sheriff's Office budget for fiscal year 2006 was $3,086,424.

Public Safety Testing (www.publicsafetytesting.com) provides testing for employment with the Sheriff’s Office.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has a 150 year history. Henry C. Wilson was appointed as the first Sheriff in 1853. Sheriff Brasfield is the 34th individual to hold the office.

See more about the history of the Sheriff's Office.

See the historical staffing levels of the Sheriff's Office.

We are not able to honor collector's requests for JCSO uniform patches, however one of our staff has agreed to pay for them and to participate in an exchange program. If you wish further information, you may contact Deputy Alex Mintz.