About Us
Meet the Sheriff
Sheriff Charles S. Blackwood
Hello, I’m Sheriff Charles Blackwood. Welcome to the Orange County Sheriff's Office!
As your Sheriff, I'm proud to serve the vibrant communities in Orange County. Since taking office, my vision has been simple: to build an Office serving all residents with dignity, respect, and the highest standards of professional law enforcement.
Our team at the Sheriff's Office isn't just a group of deputies and staff – we're your neighbors, community members, and dedicated public servants. We believe in being responsive to your needs, accountable for our actions, and fair in our treatment of every person we serve. Whether you're a long-time resident or just visiting, you can expect the same level of professional service and respect from every member of our team.
This website is your gateway to our services, and we're constantly working to make it more useful for you. Have a suggestion for how we can serve you better? Please let us know; we welcome your feedback.
Thank you for the trust you've placed in me and our Office. Together, we're building a safer Orange County for all.
Charles S Blackwood
Sheriff Charles Blackwood
Phone: (919) 245-2900
Our Mission +
Vision
Mission:
The mission of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is to be responsive to the needs of all members of our community as well as to those who visit or travel through our great county, without regard to the individual differences that make us unique. We put fear and bias aside and treat all citizens with the respect and courtesy they deserve. Following “True North” principles, we will remain the cornerstone of Orange County by realigning ourselves with the specific needs of those we serve.
Vision:
Our vision for the community’s future is citizens of all ages are secure and able to move freely about as they live, work, raise their families, and age in place with dignity and support.
