Sheriff's Office

David F. Orr has served as Stutsman County Sheriff since 1979. The office of sheriff is an elected position, with a four-year term.

The Sheriff’s Department is responsible for preserving peace and order. Duties include making arrests, enforcing all state and local laws, transporting prisoners and mentally ill patients, serving legal papers, holding public sales of property under court orders and attending District Court.

The office also has the authority to enforce laws in cities and smaller communities, as well as the rural area.

The Stutsman County Sheriff’s Department has seven full-time deputies and two full-time office deputies. The office is located on the main floor of the Stutsman County Law Enforcement Center, 205 6th St SE, Jamestown. You can also reach the office by phone at (701) 252-9000.