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134 E Main St, Pomeroy OH
Meigs County · Ohio

Serving Meigs County
with Honor

Established 1819 · Over 200 Years of Service

The Meigs County Sheriff's Office is committed to protecting and serving the residents of Meigs County through professional law enforcement, community partnership, and transparent public service.

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200+ Years Serving County
432 Square Miles Patrolled
24/7 Emergency Response
MEIGS COUNTY · OHIO SHERIFF'S OFFICE · EST. 1819 OH
What We Do

Services

The Meigs County Sheriff's Office provides a full range of law enforcement and public safety services to residents throughout Meigs County.

Patrol & Emergency Response
24-hour patrol coverage across all of Meigs County. Deputies respond to emergencies, accidents, and public safety calls throughout the county's 432 square miles.
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CCW Permit Processing
Issue and renew Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHL) for qualified Ohio residents. New applications and renewals accepted by appointment at our main office.
CCW information →
Background Checks
Criminal history checks for employment, licensing, adoption, and other legal purposes. Contact the records division for processing times and required documentation.
Records request →
Civil Process Service
Delivery and execution of civil court documents including subpoenas, summonses, restraining orders, and eviction notices within Meigs County jurisdiction.
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Criminal Investigations
The detective division investigates felony crimes, drug offenses, and major incidents throughout the county in collaboration with state and federal agencies.
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Jail Operations
The Meigs County Jail is operated under the authority of the Sheriff's Office, providing secure incarceration and maintaining public safety standards.
Inmate information →
Staff Directory

Meet Our Team

The men and women of the Meigs County Sheriff's Office are dedicated public servants committed to the safety and well-being of our community.

Jeff Calhoun
Sheriff
Meigs County
Elected Sheriff
RC
Ryan Colvin
Chief Deputy
Sheriff's Office
MT
Mark Taylor
Detective Sergeant
Criminal Investigations
SP
Sarah Patterson
Records Division
Administrator
DH
Deputy Brad Hensley
K9 Handler
Patrol Division
K9 Unit
Community

Community Programs

Beyond law enforcement, the Meigs County Sheriff's Office actively invests in the well-being and safety of our community through dedicated programs.

K9 UNIT

K9 Unit

Our K9 team supports drug detection, missing persons searches, and apprehension assistance. The unit works closely with patrol deputies and participates in school awareness programs to educate youth on drug prevention.

Active Program

School Resource Officers

Dedicated SROs are assigned to Meigs County schools to provide a safe learning environment, build positive relationships with students, and serve as a bridge between law enforcement and the school community.

Active Program
Firearms Licensing

CCW Permit Information

The Meigs County Sheriff's Office processes Concealed Handgun License (CHL) applications for qualified Ohio residents. Applications must be submitted in person.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age (or 18 for active military)
  • Legal resident of Ohio for at least 45 days prior to application
  • Completion of an Ohio-approved firearms competency course (8+ hours)
  • No felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanor convictions
  • No current domestic violence protection orders
  • Not under adjudication as mentally incompetent
  • Valid Ohio ID or driver's license required at time of application
  • Completed Ohio BCI application form and firearms training certificate
New Application
Concealed Handgun License
$67.00
Valid for 5 years. Includes BCI processing fee. Payment accepted by cash, check, or money order payable to Meigs County Sheriff. Card accepted in office.
Renewal
License Renewal
$50.00
Renewals accepted up to 90 days before expiration. Must present current license at time of renewal. Refresher training may be required if expired.
Schedule an appointment before coming in for CCW processing. Call our office at (740) 992-3371 or visit in person at 134 E Main St, Pomeroy OH. Processing time is typically 45 days from submission.
Public Services

Online Resources

Access common services and information from the Meigs County Sheriff's Office online or by phone.

Report a Crime
Report non-emergency crimes and incidents to the Meigs County Sheriff's Office. For emergencies, always call 911.
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Pay Online
Pay court fines, civil fees, and other charges online through the county payment portal. Account number required.
Payment Portal →
Records Request
Request public records, police reports, and criminal history information. Ohio Public Records Act requests processed by the records division.
Request Records →
Careers
Join the Meigs County Sheriff's Office. View open positions for deputies, corrections officers, dispatchers, and administrative roles.
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CCW Applications
Information on applying for or renewing your Ohio Concealed Handgun License through the Meigs County Sheriff's Office.
CCW Info →
Sex Offender Registry
Search the Ohio Sex Offender Registry. Maintained by the Ohio Attorney General's Office in partnership with county sheriffs.
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Get in Touch

Contact the Sheriff's Office

For life-threatening emergencies, always call 911. For non-emergency questions, records requests, or permit inquiries, contact us below.

Office Contact Information
Main Office Address
134 E Main Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Non-Emergency Line
(740) 992-3371
Records Division
(740) 992-3371 ext. 4
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Dispatch is staffed 24/7 for emergencies
Life-Threatening Emergency
911

Always call 911 for emergencies requiring immediate police, fire, or medical response. Do not email or use online forms for emergencies.

Non-Emergency Dispatch
(740) 992-3371

For non-urgent police matters, noise complaints, suspicious activity reports, welfare checks, and other non-emergency situations, call our dispatch line.

Get Directions

134 E Main Street, Pomeroy OH 45769. Located in the Meigs County Courthouse area in downtown Pomeroy.