Office of the Sheriff - Lancaster County

Mission:

Providing exceptional law enforcement services that reduce crime, enhance safety, and build public trust.

Vision:

Communities that are safe and secure; operations that are effective and efficient; and people who feel they are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

Deputy Shaking Hands With Citizen
Deputy Sheriff Looking At U.S. Flag
Cruiser With Memorial Stadium In The Background

Values

  • Preservation of human life
  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Service
  • Compassion
  • Professionalism
  • Accountability

Guiding Principles

  • Treat everyone with fairness, dignity, and respect
  • Act with integrity and professionalism
  • Know your job and do it well
  • Enjoy what you do
  • Work hard

Sheriff Terry

Terry T. Wagner

Sheriff 

Todd Duncan

Todd Duncan

Chief Deputy

Captain John Vik

John Vik

Professional Standards Captain

Captain Tom Brookhouser

Tom Brookhouser

Patrol Captain

Capt. Ben Houchin

Ben Houchin

Criminal Investigations Captain

Captain Jerry Witte

Jerry Witte

Court Services Captain

Captain Josh Clark

Josh Clark 

Support Services Captain

Public Reception Window Hours (Closed on Weekends and Holidays)

Service Desk 8:00AM-4:30PM
Civil Process 8:00AM-4:15PM
Sex Offender Registration 8:00AM-4:00PM
Handgun Purchase Permits/Criminal History 8:00AM-4:15PM