Crime Stoppers

The Crime Stoppers Program encourages members of the community to assist local law enforcement in the fight against crime by overcoming FEAR and APATHY, the two key elements that inhibit community involvement. It relies on volunteer directors and tax-deductible contributions from the public in order to operate the administration of the program.

There are cash rewards up to $5,000.00. Callers can remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward if their information leads to an arrest or grand jury indictment of a felony offender.

Report a tip by:

• Phone: (216) 252-7463
• Online: http://www.25crime.com/index.aspx

For more information call 216-443-6028

Rx Drug Drop Box Program

Drop boxes provide a safe, environmentally friendly way for citizens to dispose of their unwanted or unused prescription drugs.

• Unused prescription drugs are typically the gateway to heroin abuse, as over 70% of Americans misusing painkillers obtain them from friends or relatives
• The CCSD has provided over 42 municipalities across Cuyahoga County with Drug Drop Boxes
• To see if your community is participating in the Drug Drop Box program, check: www.rxdrugdropbox.org

Explorers Post 701

Explorer Post 701 is a group of high schoolers and college students (ages 14 to adult) interested in the field of law enforcement. Areas of interest include Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff, Corrections Officer, Scientific Investigator and Dispatcher.

• The program is administered by off-duty Sheriff's Office personnel
• The program is sanctioned, insured, and follows the guidelines and rules set forth by the Boy Scouts of America Exploring Division
• Meetings are every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m.
• Classes include but are not limited to:
• K-9 Handling
• Special Weapons & Tactics Training
• Fingerprinting
• Handcuffing Techniques
• Report Writing
• Court Procedures
• Sex Crime Investigation
• Patrol and Traffic Techniques
• Homicide Investigation
• First Aid and CPR (only classes that are accredited)

The Sheriff's Office conducts an annual recruitment program.

• An Open House is scheduled in October where interviews are conducted
• Students must sign up by November 15 of each year

For more information call 216-701-9767

Victim Notification

VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) empowers victims and concerned citizens with timely and reliable information regarding offenders.

• Victims of crime can check an offender’s custody status and get automatic notifications whenever there is a change
• It is:
  • Free of charge to registrants
  • Anonymous
  • Available 24/7/365
  • Features multiple language support

For more information call 216-555-1212 or visit VINELink

Background Checks

For individuals interested in obtaining a background check for employment, license, or certification purposes, the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department offers background check service to the general public at the Justice Center CCW License Office.

• Background checks are provided by appointment only
• Call for an appointment: 216-698-4242

Documentation Required:

• Driver’s License or State issued I.D. Card
• Documentation indicating purpose of Request for Background Check
• Address of where Background Check is to be mailed.

Fees and Payment:

• OHIO Web Check (BCI): $35.00
• National Web Check (FBI): $35.00
• OHIO and National Web Check (BCI & FBI): $65.00
• Ink Rolled Fingerprints: $10.00 per card, money order accepted
• Cashier’s Check or Money Order ONLY, made payable to: Cuyahoga County Treasurer.
• No Cash, Personal Checks, Business Checks or Credit Cards.
• Simple Cuyahoga County Record Check is $10.00 (Available only at the Records/Warrants location)

ADA & Accessibility Services

The Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department is committed to ensuring equal access to all programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

The ADA/Accessibility Coordinator assists inmates, family members, attorneys, visitors, and members of the public with reasonable accommodation requests or accessibility concerns related to Sheriff’s Office facilities or services.

Contact for accommodation requests

• Michael Dyess, ADA Coordinator
• Call: 216-698-6603
• Email: mdyess@cuyahogacounty.gov