Newton County Sheriff's Department

08/14/2026

A special thank you to Mr. Brian Ford for generously donating fresh watermelons to the Newton County Jail! 🍉

We greatly appreciate his kindness and generosity. Gestures like this are a wonderful reminder of the support we receive from members of our community.

Thank you, Mr. Ford, for thinking of us and for your generous donation! 🍉

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

The Newton County Sheriff’s Department extends its sincere appreciation to the administration and staff for the opportunity to conduct active shooter response training today.

Sheriff Joedy Pennington

08/03/2026

🚨Now Hiring – Part-Time Male Jailer🚨

The Newton County Correctional Facility is accepting applications for a Part-Time Male Jailer position.

Interested applicants may pick up an application at the Newton County Sheriff's Office.

📍 Newton County Sheriff's Office
📞 601-635-3501 for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you!

07/28/2026

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Decatur Progressive Club for treating the Newton County Sheriff’s Department to a wonderful Subway lunch today. Your generosity and support are truly appreciated, and we are grateful for your kindness toward our deputies and staff!

Sheriff Joedy Pennington

07/17/2026

The Newton County Sheriffs Office has arrested Jammie Johnson an employee at the Newton County Correctional Facility. Mr. Johnson has been charged with conspiracy to introduce contraband into a correctional facility. The Newton County Sheriff Office arrested Mr. Johnson on 7-15-2026 at his residence in Newton. Mr. Johnson's bond was set today by a Newton County Justice Court Judge at $10,000. This type of conduct will not be tolerated by anyone employed at the Newton County Sheriff's Office or the Newton County Correctional Facility and will be delt with accordingly.

Sheriff Joedy Pennington

07/17/2026

Thank you, Salt and Light Sunday School Class!

We sincerely appreciate your generosity, kindness, and support of the Newton County Sheriff’s Office. Thank you for the thoughtful care packages and for keeping our deputies in your prayers. Your encouragement means so much to all of us.

We are blessed to have a community that cares so deeply. Thank you again for your love and support!

Sheriff Joedy Pennington

06/11/2026

I want to thank all the departments and volunteers who came out to assist the Newton County Sheriff’s office yesterday regarding the incident that occurred on Highway 494. The injured Deputy will have to have surgery on his shoulder, but all things considered he is very blessed,it could’ve been a whole lot worse.  The working relationships with the surrounding counties and state agencies is unbelievable, not one person hesitated to come help and we are truly grateful. Please keep the injured Deputy, in your prayers for a complete and speedy recovery.

Sheriff, Joedy Pennington

06/09/2026

The Newton County Sheriff’s Office  would like to thank Danny Simoneau and the La-Z-Boy foundation for their generous donation to the Newton County special response team. The La-Z-Boy foundation has always been a great supporter of the Newton County Sheriff’s Office  in our efforts to help keep this County protected and safe. Thank you again.

Sheriff, Joedy Pennington