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The McDonough County Sheriff's Office is responsible for providing law enforcement services to the residents of McDonough County, Illinois. The Sheriff's Office is headed by Sheriff Matthew Meredith.
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Divisions
The McDonough County Sheriff's Office is divided into the following divisions:
- Patrol Division: The Patrol Division is responsible for providing general law enforcement services to the county, including responding to 911 calls, investigating crimes, and conducting traffic enforcement.
- Corrections Division: The Corrections Division is responsible for operating the McDonough County Jail. The jail houses adult inmates who are awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
- Emergency Management Division: The Emergency Management Division is responsible for coordinating the county's response to natural disasters and other emergencies.
- Investigations Division: The Investigations Division is responsible for investigating major crimes, such as homicides, sexual assaults, and robberies.
- School Resource Division: The School Resource Division is responsible for providing law enforcement services to the county's schools.
Services
The McDonough County Sheriff's Office provides a variety of services to the community, including:
- 911 Response: The Sheriff's Office provides 911 response services to the entire county.
- Crime Prevention: The Sheriff's Office offers a variety of crime prevention programs, such as neighborhood watch programs and self-defense classes.
- Victim Services: The Sheriff's Office provides victim services to victims of crime, such as victim advocacy and crisis counseling.
McDonough County Arrest Warrants Search
How to Find a Warrant in McDonough County
The McDonough County Sheriff's Office maintains a database of active arrest warrants. To search for a warrant, you can:
- Visit the Sheriff's Office website.
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Enter the name of the person you are searching for.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The results of your search will include the following information:
- The person's name
- The warrant number
- The issuing agency
- The offense charged
- The bond amount
If You Have a Warrant
If you have a warrant for your arrest, you should contact the McDonough County Sheriff's Office immediately. You can turn yourself in at the Sheriff's Office, or you can contact the Sheriff's Office to arrange for a surrender.
If you fail to turn yourself in, you may be arrested by the Sheriff's Office or by another law enforcement agency. You may also be subject to additional penalties, such as fines or jail time.
If You Know Someone with a Warrant
If you know someone who has a warrant for their arrest, you can contact the McDonough County Sheriff's Office to report the warrant. You can also provide the Sheriff's Office with any information you have about the person's whereabouts.
The Sheriff's Office appreciates your assistance in helping to keep our community safe.
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Bond Information
What is a Bail Bond?
A bail bond is a sum of money that is paid to the court in order to secure the release of a person who has been arrested and charged with a crime. The purpose of bail is to ensure that the person will return to court for their scheduled hearings.
How to Post a Bond in McDonough County
To post a bond in McDonough County, you can:
- Contact a bail bondsman. A bail bondsman is a person who is licensed to post bonds for people who have been arrested. Bail bondsmen typically charge a fee for their services.
- Pay the bond yourself. You can pay the bond yourself by going to the McDonough County Jail and paying the bond amount in cash or by credit card.
Conditions of Bond
When you post a bond, you are agreeing to the following conditions:
- The person who has been arrested will return to court for all of their scheduled hearings.
- The person who has been arrested will not commit any new crimes while they are out on bond.
- The person who has been arrested will not leave the jurisdiction of the court without the permission of the court.
If the Conditions of Bond Are Violated
If the person who has been arrested violates the conditions of their bond, the court may issue a warrant for their arrest. The person may also be required to forfeit the bond amount.
For more information about bail bonds in McDonough County, you can contact the McDonough County Sheriff's Office at 309-833-2323.
McDonough County Most Wanted List
The McDonough County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of the county's most wanted fugitives. The list includes individuals who are wanted for a variety of crimes, including:
- Murder
- Aggravated battery
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Theft
- Drug trafficking
To view the McDonough County Most Wanted List, visit the Sheriff's Office website.
If you have any information about the whereabouts of any of the individuals on the Most Wanted List, please contact the McDonough County Sheriff's Office at 309-833-2323.
Sex Offender Registry
The McDonough County Sheriff's Office maintains a Sex Offender Registry in compliance with the Illinois Sex Offender Registration Act. The registry contains information on all registered sex offenders who reside in McDonough County.
To search the Sex Offender Registry, visit the Sheriff's Office website.
If you have any questions about the Sex Offender Registry, please contact the McDonough County Sheriff's Office at 309-833-2323.
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Location and Contact Details
- Address: 110 S. McArthur St. Macomb, IL 61455
- Phone: 309-833-2323
- Fax: 309-833-1077
- Website: McDonough County Sheriff's Office
- Email: [emailprotected]
