Sheriff's Comments

It has been an honor and privilege serving the citizens of Rockingham County as Sheriff since 1998. I deeply appreciate past support from my family, friends and especially everyone living in Rockingham County.

As Sheriff, I continuously strive to be financially conservative with our budget. I believe we should all strive be good stewards of our tax dollars. We make the best use of our budget to show fiscal responsibility. The Sheriff's Office provides services, within budget restraints, that assist victims of crime and in the preservation of life, the protection of property, and the safety of the community. We promote crime prevention to limit the opportunities for illegal behavior. We develop proactive programs to help those in greatest need.

Detectives conduct criminal investigations to maximize the successful identification and prosecution of law violators.

We provide peace and public order and render assistance during times of natural disaster or emergency occurrences.

My deputies and staff maintain individual professionalism through comprehensive training and by establishing appropriate policies, programs, and procedures. Each of us adheres to the highest professional and ethical standard of individual and organizational conduct.

Our correctional staff provide for the safe and humane treatment of prisoners and for those awaiting legal adjudication.

We often render quality advice to public officials concerning projected law enforcement requirements and related issues.

I have established an appropriate management system to enhance organizational effectiveness and agency operations. We attempt to create a professional working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of all employees whereby each person can grow professionally and render effective public service.

I thank the citizens of Rockingham County for this opportunity.

Sheriff Sam Page