The Uniform Patrol division, commanded by Captain Donnie Jarrard, is responsible for providing first responder law enforcement service to all residents of the county.

The Sheriff's Office utilizes a system of patrol operations based upon (4) twelve-hour shifts, operating in (15) patrol districts. The county is generally divided in half, with the patrol shifts operating out of two precincts. Districts 1 – 7 operate out of the North precinct, while districts 8 – 15 operate out of the South precinct. A Lieutenant serves as the watch commander for the entire shift, assisted by a Sergeant and a Corporal for each precinct, with a Deputy assigned as the primary responder for each district. Patrol Deputies answer all calls for assistance from the public, conduct preliminary investigations of suspicious or criminal activity, investigate motor vehicle crashes, and enforce state laws and local ordinances.



In addition to their first responder duties, Deputies of the Uniform Patrol division also conduct specialized operations by serving in the following units:

 Traffic Enforcement
 K-9 Unit
 Crime Supression Unit (GRID)
 SWAT Team
 Underwater Search & Rescue
 Marine Patrol
 Honor Guard
 School Based Services

Uniform Patrol Contact
Captain Donnie Jarrard  770.531.6879  770.531.6880  Email	610 Main Street SW Gainesville, GA 30501-4420 Driving Map