Berrien County Sheriff's Office

08/03/2026

🚨 Back to School Safety Reminder 🚨

School is back in full swing this week, and that means our roads will once again be filled with school buses, student drivers, parents, and children walking to and from school.

The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to slow down and pay close attention in and around school zones. Speed limits in school zones are there to protect our children, and they will be enforced.

Please remember:
🛑 Slow down in school zones and obey posted speed limits.
🚌 Stop for school buses when required by law.
📵 Put your phone away and stay focused on the road.
🚸 Watch for children crossing streets, especially during morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal.

A few extra seconds of caution can make all the difference. Let’s work together to make this school year a safe one for every student, teacher, and family in Berrien County.

08/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Deputy Swain on an incredible 14 years of dedicated service!

07/30/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Lisa Jones, Office Manager, on 4 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Berrien County

07/29/2026

Thank you to Mr. Kenny Hughes and the Bank of Alapaha for our wonderful breakfast this morning!

07/28/2026

As the new school year approaches, the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone of an important safety law that protects our children every day.

🛑 When a school bus stops, YOU STOP.

✔️ On a two-lane road – traffic in BOTH directions must stop
✔️ On a multi-lane road without a barrier – ALL lanes must stop
✔️ On a divided highway with a median or barrier – only traffic behind the bus must stop, but drivers on the opposite side must proceed with caution

These laws are not optional — they are in place to protect children getting on and off the bus.

⚠️ Failing to stop for a school bus can result in serious penalties and, more importantly, can put a child’s life at risk.

07/20/2026

07/13/2026

07/13/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Transport
Officer Chance on 7 years of dedicated service!

07/07/2026

Berrien County Sheriff’s Office is Hiring – Detention Officer (Corrections Officer)

The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Detention Officers.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma or GED
* Must pass a drug screening
* Clean driving record
* Clean criminal history

Benefits Include:

* Medical insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* Retirement plan
* Holiday pay

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in a rewarding career in law enforcement, we encourage you to apply today

07/06/2026

Our office was notified by one of our Citizens that they received an email and phone correspondence in reference to missing jury duty. They sent interesting documentation that supported a Federal arrest warrant. Then the person who was represented as a U. S. Marshal, demanded $6,000 dollars to clear it up. Thankfully, our Citizen was sharper than they were and realized it was a scam. Again, law enforcement will never demand monies for anything of the sort. If anything at all comes up like this, get reassurance by contacting the Sheriff’s Office or your local law enforcement.