Resource Links & Articles
Community Liaison Public Programs
Construction Agriculture Livestock Information Network (C.A.L.I.N.)
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (C.P.T.E.D.)
Protection from Abuse/Stalking
Sheriffs Elderly/Disabled Notification Intensive Outreach Response System (S.E.N.I.O.R.S.)
Sexual Assaults Against Adults
Crime Prevention
We, at the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, are dedicated to helping citizens combat crime in their neighborhoods. But we need your help!
The National Institute of Justice states crime prevention is any activity, public or private, that reduces criminal behavior.1
By utilizing crime prevention techniques around your home, work place, and vehicles, you can decrease your chances of becoming a victim!
The information found on this website is intended to assist in educating you on types of criminal activity within Sedgwick County. You will find articles that will provide helpful resources in protecting yourself and your loved ones.
If you have any questions about what you could do to help protect yourself and your property, please call either your Community Liaison Unit at (316) 660-3920 or your Community Policing Unit at (316) 522-2610. Or email us at CommunityPartners@sedgwick.gov.
Thank You!!
ARTICLES
Animal Abuse and Neglect
Animal abuse and neglect is a commonplace occurrence in the state of Kansas.
Often, the only way for animal abuse and neglect to be identified and combated
is for concerned citizens to contact their local law enforcement agency or
animal control department.
Animal Fighting
Animal fighting, in various forms, has been around for quite a
while. Certain cultures have considered multiple forms of animal
fighting to be entertaining and have celebrated this brutal
sport by making it a spectator event. Animal fighting does occur
in Sedgwick County in several forms and various county agencies
are working together to help fight this.
Auto Theft
This article is designed to educate citizens about auto theft in their area and
what they can do to help prevent themselves from becoming victims.
Bicycle Larcenies
Information and tips to assist in registering your bicycle through a
national database and keeping your bike from being stolen.
Burglary
Information and tips to assist you in preventing Burglaries in Sedgwick County.
Community Liaison Public Programs
The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office Community Liaison Unit offers several
programs that can be given to community groups, church groups and many other
organizations at no charge.
Construction Agriculture Livestock Information Network (C.A.L.I.N.)
The objective of this program is to efficiently get information regarding stolen
farm equipment, construction equipment, livestock, and suspicious activities
distributed across Sedgwick and the surrounding counties through an email or
text distribution system. Currently there are over 200 participants across 32
counties in Kansas and it is actively growing.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (C.P.T.E.D.)
Help reduce your chances of being a victim of crime by utilizing CPTED (Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design).
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a crime that occurs in every community
in the world. Men, women, children, and animals have all become victims of this
offense and many have not made it out of their households in time.
Gang Awareness
The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is committed to eliminating gang violence
in our community. In order to achieve this goal a Gang Unit has been established
which focuses on monitoring and suppressing gang activity within Sedgwick
County.
Hoarding
This article is designed to define hoarding and to discuss
some of the psychological aspects of the phenomenon. It will also give
readers some suggestions on what can be done if they are seeking help for
themselves or a hoarding that they know in their community.
Neighborhood Watch
The Neighborhood Watch program encourages cooperation
between neighbors and helps them become familiar with each other and the law
enforcement deputies in their area.
NIXLE
Through Nixle, the Sheriff’s Office will be able to deliver
trustworthy, important, and neighborhood-level public safety and
event notifications instantly. Messages can be sent via text
message, email, or be available for viewing on the Nixle
website.
Protection from Abuse/Stalking
Information and tips to assist you in obtaining Protection from Abuse or
Stalking Orders
Runaways
A “runaway” is a child that is absent from the home without permission for any
length of time. The common misconception is that you must wait at least 24 hours
to report your child to local law enforcement.
Sex Crimes Against Children
Sex crimes against children are particularly heinous and unfortunately,
underreported. There are numerous Kansas statutes that outline these types of
crimes.
Sexual Assaults Against Adults
1
out of every 6 American women and 1 out of every 33 American men
have been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in their lifetime.
Sheriffs Elderly/Disabled Notification Intensive Outreach Response System
(S.E.N.I.O.R.S.)
A program that allows law enforcement the ability to better serve and protect
elderly and disabled persons.
Stalking
Information and tips to assist you in preventing and
combating Stalking.
References
1 “Crime Prevention | National Institute of Justice." Office of Justice Programs. National Institute of Justice, 10 Mar. 2009. Web. 03 Nov. 2009.
Date Written: 11-02-2009 | Date Reviewed:
11-02-2009
Written by: J. PAGE & C. CIRCLE
Disclaimer: The information provided in this document is not intended to be legal advice, but is merely intended to convey general information commonly encountered when dealing with the subjects discussed herein. Because laws can change very rapidly, we cannot guarantee that any information on this document (or references contained therein) are current or accurate. Additionally, laws differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, and are subject to interpretation of courts located in each county. Legal advice must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case and the information provided herein may not be an appropriate fit for your particular situation. The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, its employees, agents, or others will not be liable or responsible for any claim, loss, injury, liability, or damages related to use of this document or any reference provided herein.
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