Message from the Scott County Sheriff

Welcome to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office website!

Dear residents and visitors of Scott County,

On behalf of the Scott County Sheriff's Office, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website.  On behalf of our dedicated team, I extend a warm welcome to all residents, visitors, and community partners.   

We understand the importance of fostering strong relationships with the community we serve. Through collaborative efforts, we strive to build trust, promote transparency, and enhance communication. Together, we can make a positive impact and create a safer Scott County for all.

I encourage you to explore our website, stay updated on the latest news and events, and engage with us through our various social media channels. We value your feedback and are always ready to listen and respond to your needs.

Thank you for visiting the Scott County Sheriff's Office website. We are here for you, and we look forward to working together to make our community an even better place to live, work, and play.

If you ever need any additional information that is not provided, please feel free to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 952-496-8300. You can also follow and contact the Scott County Sheriff's Office on Facebook and on Instagram.  

Stay safe,

Scott County Sheriff
Luke Hennen

Frequently called numbers 

• Jail: 952-496-8314
• Records: 952-496-8303 (police reports, photos, background checks, fingerprinting)
• Civil Process: 952-496-8320 (paper service, foreclosure sales, evictions, garnishments, writs)
• Gun Permits: 952-496-8291
• General Questions (Sheriff's Office): 952-496-8300
• Dispatch (Emergency):  911
• Dispatch (Non-emergency):  952-445-1411
• Court Admin: 952-496-8200
• County Attorney's Office: 952-496-8240
• Customer Service (Government Center): 952-496-8150
• Jury Line: 952-496-8201
• Driving Directions: 952-445-7750

Uniform Patch Requests 

The Sheriff's Office receives numerous requests from throughout the world for uniform patches. For security purposes, the SCSO’S uniform patch will only be issued to authorized employees of the Sheriff's Office. The Scott County Sheriff's Office uniform patch is not available to the public and is not available for purchase.  However, a limited edition "Domestic Violence Awareness" patch is available through our community partner, Southern Valley Alliance and can be purchase on their website.

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