Centre County Sheriff's Office

Centre County Sheriff's Office The Centre County Sheriff's Office works in conjunction with all other law enforcement agencies in an effort to keep our community safe.

As the chief law enforcement officer, the Sheriff provides the same type of service as other law enforcement agencies (except for Criminal Investigations) and its main priority is to serve the Court of Common Pleas. In addition the Office of the Sheriff is responsible for service of civil work for the Court of Common Pleas as well as service of civil process for district magistrates, private attor

neys, and other agencies. The Deputies also conduct Sheriff Sales, serve Possessions (Eviction Orders), civil Protection from Abuse Orders and Custody Orders. Centre County Deputy Sheriffs work diligently to apprehend individuals who have active warrants issued from the Courts. Along with all the duties listed above, the Deputies actively enforce all motor vehicle violations under PA Title 75. The Sheriff’s Office provides security for the Centre County Courthouse and University Park Airport as well as most county run agencies and county owned buildings. Sheriff’s Deputies transport prisoners to and from various state and county prisons across the Commonwealth for court proceedings. The office is also responsible for transporting persons back to Centre County who have fled to areas outside the boundaries of the Commonwealth to avoid prosecution. The Centre County Sheriff Deputies also patrol Snow Shoe Rails to Trails, Centre County Grange Fair, and assist with Penn State University Football Games. The Sheriff’s Office is responsible for issuance of License to Carry Fi****ms and regulate/license the county fi****ms dealers. Community Outreach:
Centre County Triad, a working partnership with county senior citizens and all Centre County law enforcement agencies was established in 1997. Triad sponsors a Citizens Police Academy every year as well as various crime prevention programs for our seniors. Centre County Sheriff’s Office annually assist with Centre County Camp Cadet. Centre County Sheriff’s Office will also be responsible for two Medication Collection Boxes. One Medication disposal site will be located at the Centre County Sheriff’s Office and the other located at the County Willowbank Building.

Centre County Sheriff Bryan Sampsel recently had the pleasure of meeting Centre County Dairy Princess Kimber Hough.The D...
06/10/2026

Centre County Sheriff Bryan Sampsel recently had the pleasure of meeting Centre County Dairy Princess Kimber Hough.

The Dairy Princess Program plays an important role in promoting Pennsylvania's dairy industry and educating the public about the hardworking farm families who help keep this important tradition alive. We appreciate Kimber's dedication to representing Centre County agriculture and serving as an ambassador for our local dairy community.

Thank you, Kimber, for all you do to support and promote the dairy industry in Centre County!

On Saturday, the Sheriff’s Office was proud to participate in the 74th Annual Bellefonte Children’s Fair, a long-standin...
06/09/2026

On Saturday, the Sheriff’s Office was proud to participate in the 74th Annual Bellefonte Children’s Fair, a long-standing community tradition that celebrates the joy, imagination, and well-being of our youngest citizens.

Events like the Children’s Fair provide a wonderful opportunity for us to connect with the children and families we proudly serve. Building positive relationships between law enforcement and the community is one of our highest priorities, and we believe those relationships start at an early age.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit with us, and thank you to the organizers and volunteers who continue to make the Bellefonte Children’s Fair such a special annual tradition.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

🎉We are incredibly proud to share that our Humane Officer, Mark Rusnak, has been nominated for the 2026 Law Enforcement ...
05/20/2026

🎉We are incredibly proud to share that our Humane Officer, Mark Rusnak, has been nominated for the 2026 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year!🏆

This nomination is a true reflection of Mark’s dedication, compassion, and tireless commitment to both the animals and residents of our community. He's always ready to answer the call, protect those who can’t speak for themselves, and lend a helping hand whenever needed. His work doesn’t always make headlines, but it makes a difference every single day.

Please join us in congratulating Mark on this well-deserved recognition. We’re lucky to have him on our team!

👏 Congratulations, Mark! 🐾

The Centre County District Attorney's office announced this year's nominees for Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
SEE WHO: https://www.wtaj.com/news/local-news/2026-centre-county-law-enforcement-officer-of-the-year-nominees-announced/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WTAJ

🎉Congratulations to Augustine (“Gus”) Clement, John Razzano, and Zachary (“Zach”) Spicer of BSA Troop 245 on officially ...
05/18/2026

🎉Congratulations to Augustine (“Gus”) Clement, John Razzano, and Zachary (“Zach”) Spicer of BSA Troop 245 on officially earning the rank of Eagle Scout! 🦅

This outstanding achievement reflects your hard work, leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving your community. Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is no small accomplishment, and you should all be incredibly proud of this milestone.

Although the Sheriff was unable to attend the ceremony due to prior engagements, he did have the opportunity to meet with Scout Gus and personally congratulate him on this remarkable achievement.

On behalf of the entire Sheriff’s Office, we extend our sincere congratulations to Gus, John, and Zach. We wish you all the very best in your future endeavors and look forward to seeing the positive impact you will continue to make in our community! 👏

🎉 Congratulations, Alex Stanton! 🦅Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is no small feat, and Alex has done just that! The Ce...
05/18/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Alex Stanton! 🦅

Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is no small feat, and Alex has done just that! The Centre County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Bryan Sampsel applaud Alex for his dedication and hard work. Although Sheriff Sampsel was unable to attend the Court of Honor, he was pleased to meet up with Alex earlier to personally congratulate him. Well done, Alex, your achievement is something to be proud of! 👏

What a fantastic day at the annual Patton Township Children’s Safety Fair this past Saturday! ☀️We were grateful to be a...
05/18/2026

What a fantastic day at the annual Patton Township Children’s Safety Fair this past Saturday! ☀️

We were grateful to be a part of such a wonderful community event. The weather couldn’t have been more beautiful, and the turnout was amazing! It was great to see so many families come out to learn about safety, meet first responders, and enjoy all the activities planned for the kids.

Events like this are such a great reminder of how strong and supportive our community is. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, we always enjoy connecting with you!

We’re already looking forward to next year! 🚓💙

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Baileyville Grange for once again dropping off a wonderful assortment o...
05/15/2026

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Baileyville Grange for once again dropping off a wonderful assortment of goodies during Police Week!

They generously do this for us every year, and their continued support, kindness, and thoughtfulness truly mean so much to our department. Gestures like this remind us how fortunate we are to serve such a caring and supportive community.

We are incredibly grateful for their ongoing encouragement and for standing behind law enforcement year after year. Thank you, Baileyville Grange, for all that you do! 💙

🖤National Police Week observed May 10th through May 16th 💙Yesterday, we came together at the Centre County Peace Officer...
05/14/2026

🖤National Police Week observed May 10th through May 16th 💙

Yesterday, we came together at the Centre County Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony to honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our communities in 2025. It was a deeply moving day, filled with emotion as we remembered and paid tribute to the brave men and women who gave their lives to protect us.

Our hearts go out to the families of these fallen heroes. Their loss is immeasurable, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
To all law enforcement officers, past and present, we express our deepest gratitude. Your dedication, courage, and selfless service ensure the safety and security of our communities every single day. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to upholding the law and protecting the lives of all citizens.

Let us never forget the sacrifices made by these heroes. May their memory continue to inspire us to strive for a safer, stronger, and more just society. 💙🖤

National Police Week | May 10–16National Police Week is a time to honor the brave men and women who have given their liv...
05/11/2026

National Police Week | May 10–16

National Police Week is a time to honor the brave men and women who have given their lives in the line of duty and to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who continue to protect our communities every single day. It is a week of remembrance, reflection, and gratitude, a time to stand together in support of law enforcement officers and their families.

We invite our community to join us for a Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday, May 13th at 12:00 PM in front of the Centre County Courthouse as we pause to remember the fallen and honor their legacy.

Please come stand with us as we pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 💙🖤

🎉 Congratulations, Luke Ruoff! 🦅Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is no small feat, and Luke has done just that! The Cent...
05/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Luke Ruoff! 🦅

Reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is no small feat, and Luke has done just that! The Centre County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Bryan Sampsel applaud Luke for his dedication and hard work. Although Sheriff Sampsel was unable to attend the Court of Honor, he was pleased to meet up with Luke earlier to personally congratulate him. Well done, Luke, your achievement is something to be proud of! 👏

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Bellefonte, PA
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