Porter County Sheriff's Office

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The Official page for the Porter County Sheriff’s Office

The Porter County Sheriff’s Department is committed to protect the lives, property and rights of all people, to maintain order, and to enforce the laws. The Porter County Sheriff’s Department will strive to accomplish this mission by setting goals and objectives and practicing the values of the Department. The Porter County Sheriff’s Department is responsible for the professional care and custody

of those confined in our jail, the security of our courts and the prompt investigation of crime when it occurs. It is our mission to improve and maintain the quality of life we enjoy and to ensure that our county is a safe place to live, work, and visit. We are totally dedicated to this mission, to the County we serve, and to accepting the responsibility of attaining our goal of achieving excellence within our profession.

07/30/2026

We’ve been enjoying meeting so many of you at the Fair! Last night was the K9 demo and it was quite a draw! See you soon!

07/28/2026

Congrats to two of our amazing people on reaching career milestones this month! Assistant Jail Commander Taylor and Officer Roth are two essential employees that we can count on day in and day out!

07/27/2026

The Porter County Fair has been a blast! Come see the Bomb Squad tonight from 5:30-7:00pm! Have a great start to your week!

07/22/2026

We were honored to attend a couple recent Touch a Trucks at Sunset Hills Park and Heartland Church! We enjoyed spending some time with everyone and can’t believe tomorrow the 10 Best Days of Summer is already here, the Porter County Fair!

07/19/2026

Our Office had the honor of being one of the pit stops for the Cops Cycling for Survivors on their 13 day journey across the State of Indiana. This was their 25th anniversary year!

Representing our Office this year was Sgt. Reeder and Special Deputy Baumann! We appreciate your efforts toward this great cause!

07/13/2026

Last week, Sheriff Balon, President of the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association, presented two $1,000 scholarships to Connor and Nathan. Congrats to both of you and we are exited to see what your futures hold!

07/08/2026

Thank you to Phantom Fireworks for their generous donation of $1,200 toward our Bomb Squad. The Porter County Bomb Squad covers 7 counties in Northern Indiana and is constantly on the go! Thank you again!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at the Sheriff’s Office! We are blessed to live in this Country, State, and County! Have a great weekend!

07/01/2026

Thank you to the DeSimone Family for stopping in to drop off some dilly bars for all of us! You all were a joy to have and we hope the kids enjoyed the tour!

06/30/2026

The Porter County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for Patrol Officers for a Fall Hiring Process. Applications are due 8/12 at 4 p.m. Dates for the two opportunities to test are TBD, those that have applications filled out will receive an email once dates are selected.

Applications may be picked up / turned in at the Department - Monday through Friday between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., emailed to [email protected] and is available on the Sheriff’s Office website at:�www.portercountysheriff.com/policeofficers

Questions can be directed to Sgt. Benjamin McFalls at 219-477-3102 or emailed to: [email protected].

**If you are a current Officer that graduated the Academy prior to 7/2025, contact us regarding an expedited process**

Address

2755 St Road 49
Valparaiso, IN
46383

Telephone

+12194773000

Website

http://www.portercountysheriff.com/

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