Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office

Sheriff Darrell Powers took office January 1, 2025. Sheriff Powers has over twenty-five years of law enforcement experience. He has seen firsthand the impact of crime on a community and knows what it takes to make a difference.

The Sheriff’s Office is located at the Cecil A. Moore Law Enforcement Center in Washington, GA. The Cecil A. Moore Law Enforcement Center houses the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center.

At the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office, we are committed to serving and protecting the people of Wilkes County with integrity, professionalism and respect. Our mission is to ensure the safety of our community, uphold the law, and foster strong partnerships with the citizens we serve.

Under the leadership of Sheriff Powers, our office provides comprehensive law enforcement services to, including patrol, investigation, detention, court security, and emergency response. We work closely with local agencies, schools, and civic organizations to promote public safety, support victims of crime, and create a safer, more connected Wilkes County.

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