Switzerland County Economic Development Corporation
Switzerland County School Corporation
Switzerland County Historical Society
Switzerland County Public Library
Community Foundation of Switzerland County Indiana
If you have a local website and would like it linked to our site, please E-mail me. The Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office reserves the right not to publish local websites that we feel are inappropriate.
The Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office ANONYMOUS CRIME TIP LINE is for the confidential reporting of information and non-emergency incidents to the Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office. The Tip Line number is 812-427-4427. The line has been set-up so that members of the community can report information that they may otherwise be reluctant to report. The Tip Line is a voice mailbox with a recorded message. A caller can leave a message containing the information that he or she wishes to share with the Sheriff’s Office. The Tip Line is a non-emergency line. There is no way to identify the caller or the line the caller is calling from. A caller is welcome to identify themselves and leave contact information if they wish and are encouraged to do so if the situation requires follow-up contact. The information left on the Tip Line will be checked frequently, and investigated as necessary. If an incident is an emergency or requires an immediate response, the Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center can be reached by dialing 911. Nuisance type calls like noise complaints and other on going neighborhood issues should be reported when they are occurring to The Emergency Dispatch Center 812-427-3636. This will allow the Sheriff’s Office to respond to and address these types of issues in a more timely and effective manner.
You can also report any tips online to the Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office by e-mailing HERE.
The members of the Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the citizens of Switzerland County, are dedicated to improving the quality of life by; protecting lives and property, upholding the Constitution of the United States, enforcing the laws of the State of Indiana and serving the needs of the citizens of Switzerland County. We adhere to a philosophy that allows law enforcement and community residents to work together to prevent and solve crime. This is our commitment to the citizens of Switzerland County.
VISION
Our vision is to become the most progressive and professional Sheriff’s Office in Southeastern Indiana. This requires the dedication and devotion of each employee in adhering to the fundamental values that we deem essential in order to fulfill our mission. We encourage community policing in each and every employee of the Sheriff’s Office. This allows a cohesive strategy between our office and the citizens of Switzerland County in identifying, addressing and preventing problems in our community. The following core values form the foundation upon which we intend to fulfill our mission.
CORE VALUES
Honesty – We will be honest in out interactions with the public. We believe that honesty is the foundation for which we build trust in the community that we serve.
Integrity – We will maintain the highest degree of moral and ethical standards by conducting ourselves in a manner beyond reproach in both our professional and personal lives.
Professionalism – We will take pride in providing the highest of service by being cooperative, well trained, disciplined and dedicated to the principles of professional development. To be fair, impartial and efficient as we strive to preserve the peace, order and safety of our community.
Teamwork – To join with the citizens of Switzerland County to identify and address community concerns. This partnership allows our community to develop into a safer neighborhood.
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security has instituted the following local travel advisory levels for the State of Indiana:
WARNING
The highest level of local travel advisory, means that travel may be restricted to emergency management workers only.
During a “warning” local travel advisory, individuals are directed to:
(A) refrain from all travel;
(B) comply with necessary emergency measures;
(C) cooperate with public officials and disaster services forces in executing emergency operations plans; and
(D) obey and comply with the lawful directions of properly identified officers.
WATCH
Means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During a “watch” local
travel advisory, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations,
is recommended, and emergency action plans should be implemented by businesses,
schools, government agencies, and other organizations.
ADVISORY
The lowest level of local travel advisory, means that routine travel or activities may be
restricted in areas because of a hazardous situation, and individuals should use caution
or avoid those areas.
NOTICE: Travel Status information is provided by each County’s Emergency Management Agency.
You can access the current Travel Advisory Level by clicking on the following link:
Indiana Department of Homeland Security – Travel Advisory Status