Specialty Units
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Chaplains
Recognizing that the spiritual and emotional needs of our employees, their families, as well as victims and their families, cannot be ignored, the Shelby County Chaplain’s Association was formed.
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Drug Court
Have your questions about the Drug Court answered.
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Judicial Services Unit
The Judicial Services Unit provides for the safety and well being of all visitors to the Shelby County Courthouse and the employees of the many departments operating within.
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Air Support Unit
The missions and capabilities of the Sheriff's Office TH-67 helicopters.
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Marine Unit
The Marine Unit is responsible for patrolling the Coosa River and Lay Lake waterways with an emphasis on boater and waterway safety.
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Reserve Unit
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Reserve Unit is made up of men and women who volunteer their time and effort to make Shelby County a safe and pleasant community in which to live.
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School Resource Unit
The School Resource Unit works with the public schools in Shelby County and provides programs for students and teachers.
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Tactical Response Unit
The Tactical Response Unit was created as a resource to effectively deal with difficult and potentially dangerous situations.
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Crisis Negotiations Unit
The Crisis Negotiations Unit’s primary goal is to create a peaceful resolution to often extremely volatile situations. The cornerstones of the Crisis Negotiations Unit are empathy, knowledge, and compassion.