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Mission Statement

Our mission is Conserving the Peace through values-driven service. This means that every decision we make is grounded in these common core values:

Do your best
Do the right thing
Treat others the way you want to be treated

Enforcement Division Goals

Efficiency: We will efficiently provide excellent police services.

Communication: All communication with the public and staff will be professional and compassionate.

Performance: Be a proactive customer service provider.

Service Vision

Provide law enforcement, jail, and civil process services that consistently meet the highest professional standards.

We are recognized for superior and innovative services and a tradition of fairness. The Sheriff's Office leads through accountability, planning, and example.

We provide reliable, competent, attentive service that is responsive to community needs. Our community service reputation makes the Sheriff's Office the public's choice of primary law enforcement service providers.

We value the public trust given to us as we enforce the laws and conserve the peace in this community.

We are honored to serve the many communities of Washington County.

The Cornelius Police Department serves over 12,000 residents with 13 employees. Law enforcement services are provided by Washington County Sheriffs Office, who patrol the 2.34 square miles of the municipality.

The department was established in 1953. The annual budget is $2.9 million.