Owyhee County Sheriff's Office

Owyhee County Sheriff's Office serves Murphy, ID. As an organization, we are dedicated to achieving our vision through responsive and innovative leadership that is both transparent and accountable to the community. We are committed to this mission and conduct our responsibilities toward a goal of excellence and with dedication to the community we serve. The Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office currently employs 14 full time and 2 part time patrol deputies. Because of their varied duties, each deputy is required to be trained for many different job requirements. Each patrol deputy must complete the 14 week POST Basic Patrol Academy. The county is divided into two basic areas -West and East. Along with the POST Basic Patrol Academy they must also be certified at the POST Marine Deputy Academy. The Sheriff’s Office employs a back country deputy who is responsible for patrolling the remote areas of Owyhee County. Non-emergency: (208) 495-1154. Dial 911 for emergencies.