Alleghany County Sheriff's Office

LAW ENFORCEMENT The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office is responsible to enforce North Carolina laws in Alleghany County. The responsibilities include county patrols, investigating crime and apprehending suspects. Within the Town of Sparta, that responsibility is shared with the Sparta Police Department. COURT DUTIES The Sheriff’s Office is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the court. A deputy acts as bailiff when court is in session. The Sheriff’s Office is responsible to take charge of juries whenever they are outside the courtroom; to serve court papers such as subpoenas, summonses, warrants, writs, or civil process; and to extradite prisoners. CORRECTIONS The Sheriff’s Office maintains and operates the county jail, to include supervising inmates and protecting their rights. The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office is manned 24/7, however, citizens are encouraged to conduct business of a non-emergency nature during normal, weekday business hours. Non-emergency: (336) 372-4179. Dial 911 for emergencies.