In 1997 there were 1300 charges made in Guilford County. Other charges included carrying concealed weapons, driving while license revoked and numerous felony and misdemeanor drug offenses. There also were several fugitives that were identified and captured. Check points are to save lives, but also do much more for the community. The employees of the Guilford County Sheriffs Department in partnership with the Guilford County School System participates in the Lunch Buddy Program.
Deputies visit the area schools in their districts to have lunch with the children.
The deputies act as role models and mentors to the children. The Sheriff's Department has initiated and oversees various programs throughout the county which involves the Department and citizens of Guilford County. Neighborhood Watches as well as the Business Community displays signs and attends meetings that will aid them as well as our Department to be more mindful of criminal activity in their area. Back To The Top S.A.S.O. Sheriff s Auxiliary Service Organization is a group of employees, family members and associates who join together to plan and carry out functions for the Department, such as family outings, charitable functions, meals and beverages for officers who have been called out for a length of time, and they also provide members and their families with valuable information, through speakers, etc. on topics that are related to law enforcement. This organization provides support and comaraderie among the Department and those associated.