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Jasper County Sheriff's Office Patrol Division Summary (2025)
The Patrol Division consists of 28 full-time, uniformed sworn deputies organized into four 12-hour shifts. These deputies serve as the primary visible representatives of the Sheriff's Office and act as first responders to all emergencies and calls for service across the county.
Key 2025 Statistics:
Calls for service: 32,859 (resulting in 3,625 formal reports)
Traffic stops: 6,179 → leading to 889 citations and 84 DWI arrests
Custodial arrests: 851 for various offenses
Use of force incidents: 38 (during arrests)
Preventive patrols: 23,741 extra patrols, community checks, and business checks
Enforcement operations: Participated in DWI Wolf Packs and hazardous moving violation initiatives
Miles driven: 596,473
Deputies handled a wide variety of calls, including thefts, 911 hang-ups, medical emergencies, traffic accidents, assaults, animal complaints, and alarms.
Community Engagement:
Deputies supported numerous community events, such as:
Annual Community Safety Day
Shop with a Deputy
Salvation Army bell ringing
Jasper County Citizens Academy
These activities foster public interaction, provide insight into law enforcement operations, and strengthen community relationships.
Historical Calls for Service (2018–2025):
2018: 29,649
2019: 34,392
2020: 34,972
2021: 29,909
2022: 29,133
2023: 31,003
2024: 34,741
2025: 32,859
Overall, 2025 call volume remained high but slightly below the peak years of 2019–2020 and 2024, reflecting consistent demand for patrol services.
Jasper County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) Summary (2025)
The Criminal Investigations Division, staffed by 8 cross-trained detectives, managed a high volume of complex felony investigations in 2025 while upholding high standards of professionalism, accountability, and community service.
Key Achievements:
Sex Offender Compliance: Maintained an average compliance rate of over 97%, one of the highest in Missouri and significantly above the national average. This was achieved through diligent monitoring, compliance checks, and enforcement actions.
Case Clearance Rates: Consistently exceeded national averages across major crime categories:
Crime Type
JCSO 2025 National Average
Burglary
30% 14%
Assault
93% 53%
Theft
28% 19%
Vehicle Thefts
47% 14%
Caseload: Assigned over 530 felony cases (excluding warrant arrests, traffic stops, and minor investigations). Detectives excelled in solving major burglary cases with limited initial leads, leading to arrests and recovery of significant stolen property.
Federal Collaboration: Prepared and presented multiple cases for federal review, working closely with federal partners.
Additional Support: Regularly assisted Patrol Division with runaway juveniles, missing persons, and high-priority calls. Performed digital forensic extractions (Cellebrite), provided training (Citizens Academy, Explorers Program, In-Service), supported surrounding agencies, and responded to Tri-State Major Case Squad call-outs.
Specialized Task Force Assignments:
One detective assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force to combat online child exploitation.
One detective assigned to the Ozark Drug Enforcement Team (ODET) to target drug trafficking and remove dangerous narcotics.
Despite increasing caseloads and extensive additional duties (including court testimony and off-duty call-outs), CID maintained exceptional clearance rates and contributed significantly to public safety in Jasper County.
The detention center's annual report highlights operational stability, infrastructure enhancements, and community involvement for the past year (likely 2025).
Key Operational Highlights
Bookings: 3,600 new inmates, a slight decrease from 3,611 the previous year, indicating consistent intake demand.
Infrastructure Upgrades:
Replaced emergency generator transfer switch for reliable backup power.
Installed new flooring in administrative offices, warrants department, and booking area for improved safety and professionalism.
Added a new heating boiler for better climate control.
Began grant-funded LED lighting replacement project (to be completed in 2026, extending to administrative offices and fleet maintenance), aimed at reducing costs and enhancing efficiency.
Community Engagement
Staff contributed to local efforts, such as cemetery cleanups and headstone installation, demonstrating commitment beyond core operations.
Inmate Population Trends (2020–2025)
The average number of inmates incarcerated monthly showed a steady upward trend over six years:
Annual Average
2020: 174
2021: 186
2022: 208
2023: 207
2024: 220
2025: 229
Overall 6-year average: 204 inmates. In 2025, monthly figures peaked at 249 (November), reflecting continued growth in population despite stable bookings.
Summary: 2025 JCJTP (Jail Treatment Program)
The program celebrated a successful 2025 Treatment Year with continued growth and positive impact.
Key Achievements
Graduates: 37 successful completions (10 females, 27 males).
7 court-sentenced participants.
30 volunteers who requested entry.
4 participants earned their HiSET (GED equivalent).
Total Completions in Reporting Period: 124 individuals successfully completed the program, showing strong outcomes and reduced recidivism through robust post-release support.
Program Highlights
SATOP Comparable Hours: 18 participants received an average of 160 hours of approved treatment (far exceeding the standard 12-hour requirement for Substance Awareness Traffic Offender Program).
Animal Therapy Initiative: Partnered with the Humane Society to foster cats/kittens.
Cared for 56 animals.
Completed 4,403 work hours in socialization and care.
Several animals adopted by JCSO staff and program participants.
Skills Development & Community Giving: Participants created and donated 64 handmade items (outfits, toys, purses, blankets, scarves, hats, headbands) to local charities, building practical skills, confidence, and community engagement.
Current Status (as of report)
12 active participants (3 females, 9 males).
The program continues to demonstrate effectiveness in rehabilitation, education, skill-building, and community contribution while providing enhanced treatment and support for recovery.
Summary: SWAT
The Jasper County Special Operations Group (JSOG), a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team formed two years ago (approaching its operational milestone in March 2026), combines personnel from the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office and police departments in Carthage, Webb City, Carl Junction, and Oronogo.
Key highlights from 2025:
Continued growth in operational readiness, efficiency, and organizational maturity.
Members undergo rigorous selection and ongoing training to ensure safety and professionalism.
Activated for 17 high-risk deployments (e.g., warrant services, barricaded subjects).
Emphasized community engagement through public events and demonstrations to build trust and transparency.
Team composition as of end-2025:
23 Tactical Operators
2 Hostage Negotiation Team (HNT) Members
5 Unmanned Aerial System (drone) Operators
3 Support Element Drivers
The collaborative structure provides a safer, more efficient tactical resource for both rural and urban areas in Jasper County.
Summary: Warrants Division
The Warrants Division operates 24 hours a day and is staffed by 2 Sergeants, 1 Corporal, 6 Warrant Deputies, and 1 Court Deputy. All employees are MULES-certified by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and warrant deputies receive ongoing training to maintain certifications and support departmental growth.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintaining accurate inmate counts for entries and exits.
Managing door security for new arrivals and releases.
Keeping precise records in the jail management system.
Entering and validating warrants, ex parte orders, stolen items/guns/vehicles, towed vehicles, and missing persons—for Jasper County and six municipal agencies within the county.
Communicating with courts on docket entries and inmate court lists (processed ~21,630 court emails this year).
Assisting with sex offender registration updates (282 this year).
Handling inmate correspondence.
Sending over 6,500 messages to other law enforcement agencies regarding holds ready for pickup or releases.
The division plays a critical role in jail administration, record accuracy, inter-agency coordination, and court support.
Summary: Airport Drive
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Contract Law Enforcement in Village of Airport Drive
The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office has provided contract law enforcement services to the Village of Airport Drive since 2008. Activity statistics offer insight into workload, trends, and operational needs.
2025 Key Statistics (within Airport Drive):
Calls for Service: 962
Self-Initiated Activities: 1,417
Traffic Stops: 1,089
Traffic Citations: 169
DWI Arrests: 7
Incident Reports: 322
Individual Deputy Contributions:
Sgt. Crossley: 69 incident reports, 331 traffic stops, 34 traffic citations, 297 warnings, 2 non-traffic citations.
Deputy Swift: 104 incident reports, 445 traffic stops, 60 traffic citations, 385 warnings, 3 non-traffic citations.
Deputy Carrier: 243 incident reports, 295 traffic stops, 138 traffic citations, 157 warnings, 1 non-traffic citation.
Overall Village Deputy Activity:
Total hours on duty: 4,943.75
Miles traveled (enforcing laws in the Village and assisting patrol division elsewhere): 42,067
Code Enforcement: The Village emphasizes proactive, compliance-focused code enforcement through communication and voluntary correction before penalties.
In 2025: 25 code violation letters issued.
Only 1 citation issued (after failed remediation).
Summary: Civil Process Division and Courts Division (2025)
Civil Process Division Staffing:
1 Sergeant, 1 Corporal, and 3 full-time Deputies.
Overall Activity:
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office handled approximately 4,586 documents for service in 2025.
Key Services and Statistics:
Served: 3,225 summons and writs, 523 subpoenas, and 684 ex-partes (restraining orders).
Unable to serve ("non-est"): 656 individuals.
Total service attempts: 3,587.
Types of documents served include summons, writs (e.g., wage garnishments, executions of judgments), subpoenas, ex-partes, replevins, levies, and processes related to landlord-tenant disputes, divorces, child custody, real estate attachments/seizures, and sheriff sales.
Additional Duties:
Civil standbys: 30 (assisting with court-ordered removals of persons from property).
Forcible evictions/foreclosures: 154.
Courts Division:
Staffing: 1 Corporal and 10 bailiffs/court security officers.
Warrant arrests: 70 total (29 in Carthage, 41 in Joplin).
Medical injury/informational reports filed: 48.
Summary: Jasper County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Division (2025)
Structure and Teams:
Consists of two K-9 teams:
Sgt. Nathan Deherrera with K-9 Arner (certified in narcotics detection).
Deputy Darren Prater with K-9 Valor (certified in narcotics detection and patrol).
Training and Certification:
Teams undergo yearly in-house testing to standards set by the Jasper County Sheriff.
Annual accreditation through the North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA).
Bi-weekly training conducted by a NAPWDA Master Trainer.
Teams assist local, state, and federal agencies.
Community Outreach:
Conducted public demonstrations at schools, community events, the Sheriff’s Office Community Safety Day, and Citizen’s Academy.
Educated the public on K-9 capabilities, proper training methods, and role in detecting, deterring, and investigating crime while addressing common misconceptions.
2025 Operational Achievements:
Seized/assisted in seizing: 20 grams of methamphetamine, 3 grams of cocaine, 1 gram of psilocybin, and 1 firearm.
Conducted 8 deployments for searches of wanted persons.
Made 59 proactive arrests.
