County Sheriff

Lincoln County Sheriffs Office maintains public safety and enforces laws. Duties include patrolling, emergency response, investigations, and detention. Committed to integrity and professionalism, the office works to protect and support the community.
Charlie Dougherty
County Sheriff
Republican
Political Party
Wellston, OK
Hometown
2010
In office since
Charlie Dougherty
Charlie Dougherty
County Sheriff
Charity Bennett
Jail Administrator
Charity Bennett
Charity Bennett
Jail Administrator
  • Preserves the peace and protects life and property within the county's jurisdiction
  • Has power and authority to operate the County Jail
  • Has authority to apprehend and secure persons charged with a felony or breach of peace
  • Serves warrants and processes papers ordered by the District Court
  • Accountable for all fees received by Sheriff Office and deposits them daily with the County Treasurer
  • Relies on the Office of the State Auditor and Inspector for oversite and guidance

Some content may be extracted from OSU Cooperative Extension Fact Sheet AGEC-802 and/or the County Training Program website. More complete information is available from these sources.

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