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The Command Staff for the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office consists of leaders from all five divisions, bureau directors, the Office of the Chief, and the Office of the Sheriff. Command Staff Sheriff Keybo Taylor Sheriff Keybo Taylor was elected on November 3, 2020, and took office on January 1, 2021. A native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Sheriff Taylor joined the Gwinnett County Police Department in 1983. With over 30 years of law enforcement experience, he has been involved in undercover investigations within the Criminal Investigations Division and the Special Investigations Section. In 1994, he was assigned to the FBI Drug Task Force. He later served as a supervisor in both the Uniform Division and Special Operations (COPS Program), as well as in the Criminal Investigations (Narcotics Squad) Unit. In 2000, Sheriff Taylor was promoted to Lieutenant and became the Unit Commander, leading the Gwinnett County Drug Task Force. By 2007, he had advanced to the position of Major, managing both the East and South precincts. Sheriff Taylor attributes much of his career advancement to his dedication to education and professional development. He holds a Bachelor of Administration in Criminal Justice from Mercer University and a Master of Public Administration from Columbus State University. Additionally, he has received Intermediate, Advanced, Supervision, and Management Certifications through the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST). He is also a Certified General Post Instructor, a Georgia Law Enforcement Command College Class #10 graduate from the DEA Drug Unit Command Academy, and a certified Crisis Intervention Trainer. As a former youth football coach, he enjoys mentoring adolescents and fostering positive behavior by using sports as a platform for growth and teamwork. He also prioritizes quality time with his three children and eight grandchildren. Cleo Atwater Chief Cleophas Atwater was appointed Chief of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office on January 1, 2021. He began his law enforcement career in Rockdale County at the City of Conyers Police Department. He is a graduate of the 37th Gwinnett County Police Academy where he served 24 years. During his tenure with the Gwinnett County Police Department, Chief Atwater was promoted at regular intervals and served in multiple divisions. He served in the uniform, training, and the criminal investigations division. Chief Atwater spent 14 years in the criminal investigations division supervising high profile units such as Narcotics, VICE, Gangs, Robbery, and Homicide. He was awarded the Chief’s Unit Citation for all three units. As a collateral duty, Chief Atwater served 19 years on the SWAT team. He was appointed by the Chief of Police to serve as the SWAT Team Commander, establishing the first Gwinnett full time SWAT Team. After an appointment to the rank of Major, Chief Atwater served as the Assistant Criminal Investigations Commander. Under his command, he diligently led his team to establish investigative protocols that included a victim centered approach. Chief Atwater is proud to serve as second in command of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Under the leadership of Sheriff Taylor, Chief Atwater has continued to work with those under his command to protect the citizens of our community. The establishment of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit (TRACE) is a testament to these continued efforts. The TRACE Unit is recognized across the country for providing resources to victims of human trafficking and bringing to justice offenders that prey on our most vulnerable populations. Chief Atwater is a collaborative leader, with a community first approach to law enforcement. He believes that exhibiting integrity and building trust must be at the core of shaping organizational culture. He has earned several certifications from the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.), including, General Instructor, Firearms Instructor, and Defensive Tactics Instructor. Chief Atwater has obtained over 4,000 hours of basic and specialized training. Chief Atwater is a two-time Officer of the Year recipient and a two-time Distinguished Service Medal recipient. EXECUTIVE COMMAND STAFF Deputy Chief Melanie Jones Administrative Bureau Director Deputy Chief Antonio Webster Operations Bureau Director Assistant Chief Jermaine Jackson Administrative Services Division Commander Assistant Chief Jeremy Brown Support Operations Division Commander Assistant Chief Evette McKenzie Jail Operations Division Commander Assistant Chief Austin Godfrey Field Operations Division Commander Assistant Chief James Casey Court Operations Division Commander Colonel & Majors Jail Operations Colonel Benjamin Haynes Assistant Jail Commander Major Michael Kotowski Team 1 Watch Commander Major Ilene Nichols Team 2 Watch Commander Major Tonya Culberson Team 3 Watch Commander Major Richard Braziunas Team 4 Watch Commander Field Operations Major Trakida Maldonado Major Fernando Perlaza Mental Health Section Criminal Investigations Section Major John Neal Civil Process Section Major Darryl Nelson Special Investigations Section Support Operations Major James Redfern Support Services Section Major Dante Royal Building Security Section Administrative Services Major John Gardner Major Bryant Harris Professional Standards Section Training Section Court Operations Major Batinna Thornhill GJAC & Annex Security Section

News Releases Apr 14, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Apr 10, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SUSPECT ON FELONY CHARGES News Release Read More Apr 7, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE OBTAINS WARRANTS AFTER INMATE THREATENS PROBATION OFFICER News Release Read More Mar 17, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ASSISTS IN FUGITIVE ARREST News Release Read More Mar 13, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SUSPECT IN JURY DUTY SCAM News Release Read More Feb 27, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 25, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS TWO IN TRAFFICKING CASE News Release Read More Feb 23, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 20, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 16, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 12, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 11, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 10, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 10, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 7, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE News Release Read More Feb 6, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SEX OFFENDER News Release Read More Jan 26, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS FUGITIVE ON MULTIPLE WARRANTS News Release Read More Jan 19, 2026 MESSAGE FROM GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF KEYBO TAYLOR News Release Read More Jan 9, 2026 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER FOLLOWING OPERATION News Release Read More Dec 12, 2025 GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING EXERCISE News Release Read More

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE JAIL INTELLIGENCE UNIT INTERCEPTS FENTANYL-LACED PARCEL DELIVERY GCSO Mar 22, 2024 News Release (Gwinnett County, GA, March 22, 2024) – The possession, delivery, or introduction of drugs, weapons, alcohol, or other forms of contraband is prohibited at the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. We prioritize the prevention of illegal contraband from entering our facility through extensive screenings and inspections of all processed mail. On December 27, 2023, a parcel enclosed in an envelope was delivered to the Sheriff’s Office and received by Inmate Services. The parcel contained two sheets of paper, which were tested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) and confirmed to be fentanyl. The intended recipient was Inmate Justice Lusk, whose charges included three counts of Felony Murder, three counts of Aggravated Assault, and three counts of Possession of a Firearm or Knife during the Commission to Commit Certain Felonies. Upon further investigation by the Jail Intelligence Unit, it was discovered that the package was delivered by the inmate’s brother, Jacob Lusk. Both individuals have been charged with a combined count of 10 warrants, nine of which are felony offenses. It is our mission to combat crime both within the Gwinnett County Jail and the community. This investigation is a testament to the inherent dangers that law enforcement personnel face and serves as a reminder that we must remain vigilant in our mission of serving and protecting. ### Previous Next

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is structured into two separate bureaus: Administrative and Operational. The two bureaus consist of five divisions, which are: the Jail Operations Division, Administrative Services Division, Support Operations Division, Court Operations Division, and Field Operations Division.    Field Operations Division The mission of the Field Operations Division is to execute criminal and civil processes, conduct preliminary and fugitive investigations, warrant services, safely and securely transport inmates and fugitive investigations, conduct preventive patrols, prepare reports, and provide tactical responses to critical incidents, fugitive apprehension, and extradition. Field Operations Division also participates with drug and treatment courts, maintains and verifies the sex offender registry, and serves family violence orders. Court Operations Division The mission of the Court Operations Division is to provide security in sessions of all courts and maintain the safety and security of judges, court officials, inmates, the public, and visitors of the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, Nash Building, the Gwinnett County Courthouse Annex and Jail Courts. Jail Operations Division The mission of the Jail Operations Division is to provide a safe and humane environment for inmates, protect them from victimization within the facility, and provide access to a system of due process internal to the facility; furthermore, provide protection for the public and staff through the application of modern detention techniques and relevant training of employees in the principles of direct supervision. Support Operations Division The mission of the Support Operations Division is to provide our inmate population with skills, community resources, and intensive case management assistance to prevent recidivism. Support Operations Division also provides lateral operational support within the agency, facility maintenance, nutritious food preparation, records management, and the safeguarding and storing of property secured at the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office. Administrative Services Division The mission of the Administrative Services Division is to manage fiscal processes, including budget and capital projects; provide administration support in payroll and human resources; hire employees and investigate complaints; and oversee in-service and basic training for sworn employees.

Assistant Chief Jermaine Jackson Administrative Services Division Commander Assistant Chief Jermaine Jackson COURT OPERATIONS COMMANDER 770.822.8205 Jermaine.Jackson@GwinnettCounty.com Assistant Chief Jermaine Jackson began his career with the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office in 2009 following his retirement from the United States Marine Corps, where he served honorably for over 20 years. He has earned promotions at regular intervals and has worked in most areas of the agency, including the Jail Operations Division, Court Operations Division, Support Operations Division, and the Training Section. He was the Commander for the Sheriff's Office Explorer Program for several years and launched their first scholarship program. Appointed to Captain in 2018, he served as the Shift Commander in the Jail Operations Division. Assistant Chief Jackson has earned several certifications from the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST), including General Instructor and Firearms Instructor certifications, and he has a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in Management.

Welcome to the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office Open Records & Forms page. Here, you can access essential resources to address a variety of needs. Whether you're requesting public records request through the Open Records Request Portal or ensuring compliance with recycling regulations for Secondary Metals Recycling, this page offers the tools you need. Select the form that best fit your needs and follow the instructions provided. Records Management Unit The Records Management Unit is responsible for the management of records and reports through the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS). Staff members assigned to this unit also process all Open Record Requests made under the Georgia Open Records Act, ensuring to respond in a timely manner and in accordance with all applicable and current laws. Gwinnett County offers an online records portal. Requests for records from the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office may be made through the online portal below. Submit an Open Records Request Online Accident Reports: The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office offers an online service for motorist to obtain copies of vehicle collision reports. Through an agreement with APPRISS, which manages the state’s central accident report repository, anyone involved in a collision in Gwinnett County or their authorized legal/insurance representative can obtain their accident reportonline at www.buycrash.com . Please be advised there is a charge for this service. Hard Copy Sheriff Reports Reports are typically available for pickup four business days after the report was taken. To get the status of a sheriff report, please call 770.822.3820. Incident and arrest reports may be obtained at the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Reports are available Monday through Friday. The Records Unit is closed on county holidays. Please refer to the website calendar section for a complete list of holidays. Accident reports are $5, incident and arrest report costs average 10 cents per page. Cash payments is preferred if under $1.00. Please bring exact change as we are often unable to break bills larger than $10. Locations & Hours Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office 2900 University Parkway Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043 Records Unit Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Phone: 770.822.3820 Fax: 770.619.6771 Email: GCSOOpenRecords@GwinnettCounty.com After you go through screening, proceed to the front lobby desk and advise the Deputy that you are here to obtain records. The Deputy will call the Records Unit and a Customer Service Associate will meet you in the lobby. If you need further information on obtaining a Sheriff’s Office Report, please call 770.822.3820 or email: SheriffRecordsManagement@GwinnettCounty.com .

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office has many offices and units located throughout Gwinnett County. Check out our locations here. GCSO Locations Gwinnett County Jail The Gwinnett County Jail is a pre-trial detention facility that has the capacity to house 2,000 to 2,600 inmates. The facility is comprised of the Wimberly Tower and the Plunkett Building. In-person inmate visitation is not allowed at this facility. Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center (GJAC) The Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center is the main courthouse for Gwinnett County. The Sheriff's Office is responsible for the safety and security of the building's visitors, staff members, and inmates. Our Court Operations Division and Civil Process Section are both located in this building. Gwinnett Traffic Court and Juvenile Justice Building The Gwinnett Traffic Court and Juvenile Justice Building holds Juvenile Court and Recorder's Court proceedings. The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the safety and security of the building's visitors, staff members, and inmates.

Need to complete a Raffle Application Form? Access the form here and submit it to the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office Headquarters. Raffle License Application Organizations and individuals may obtain a copy of the License to Operate Raffles Application form (PDF) by downloading it. To apply for a Raffle License, you must submit a completed application in person or by mail to: Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office 2900 University Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30043 For additional information contact: Community Outreach Unit- 770.619.6494 Download

The Professional Standards Section includes the following four Units:​ The Internal Affairs Unit is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, which is achieved through investigating complaints of misconduct, conducting administrative investigations, and investigating uses of deadly force or use of force that result in serious injury. Professional Standards Section The Professional Standards Section includes the following four Units: The Internal Affairs Unit is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, which is achieved through investigating complaints of misconduct, conducting administrative investigations, and investigating uses of deadly force or use of force that result in serious injury. The Background Investigations Unit is responsible for investigating all candidates for employment. When an application is received, the applicant will be assigned an investigator. The Investigator will work closely with the candidate and investigate the collected professional and personal information needed for Phase I, Phase II, and the oral interview to complete the hiring process. The Recruitment Unit is responsible for recruiting the most qualified applicants for the Sheriff’s Office. The unit will attend career/job fairs, college campuses, and military job fairs to promote the Sheriff’s Office. The Communications Unit is responsible for releasing current newsworthy Sheriff’s Office information to the media. This unit will provide information to the employees through internal media and the public through the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office social media accounts. Contact Directory

For information on career opportunities, visit the official Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office recruitment website at GoGCSO.com. Connect with a Recruiter For information on career opportunities, visit the official Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office recruitment website at GoGCSO.com . To visit our recruiting social media accounts, click on the icons below. First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone How did you hear about us? Friends Social Media Other Position of Interest Submit

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is structured into two bureaus: Administrative and Operational. Both bureaus fall under the direction of the Sheriff and the Chief.    Bureaus The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is structured into two bureaus: Administrative and Operations. Both bureaus fall under the direction of the Sheriff and the Chief. Administrative Bureau The Administrative Bureau is comprised of the Administrative Services Division, Support Operations Division, and Jail Operations Division and is commanded by Deputy Chief Melanie Jones. Bureau Director Deputy Chief Melanie Jones Deputy Chief Melanie Jones is a multi-certified peace officer dedicated to maintaining the Gwinnett standard of excellence. She began her career with the Gwinnett County Police Department in 2004 and joined the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office in 2005. Deputy Chief Jones has dedicated over 19 years to providing outstanding service and achieving customer success by specializing in organizational leadership, fiscal management, forensic polygraphy, recruitment, and retention at the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. During her career, she has performed critical roles in the Jail Operations Division, Administrative Services Division, Support Operations Division, and Field Operations Division. Deputy Chief Jones has earned promotions at regular intervals. As a Background Investigations Sergeant, she directed the Administrative Units, including Background Investigations, Internal Affairs, and Recruitment. Promoted to Lieutenant in December 2019, she served as the Commander of the Professional Standards Section and Public Information Officer. In January 2021, she was appointed by Sheriff Keybo Taylor to Assistant Chief Deputy and served as the Commander of the Administrative Services Division. Further evident of her exemplary level of leadership and service, she was promoted to Deputy Chief in December 2021 and currently serves as Director of the Administrative Bureau, overseeing the Jail Operations Division, Support Operations Division and Administrative Services Division. She has more than 2,000 hours of basic and specialized training. Melanie.Jones@gwinnettcounty.com 770.822.3825 Bureau Director Deputy Chief Antonio Webster Deputy Chief Antonio Webster began his career with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office in 1999. Deputy Chief Webster has dedicated over 23 years of outstanding leadership to the citizens of Gwinnett County. He specializes in serving high-risk warrants, hostage rescue, and general tactical operations. Deputy Chief Webster has earned promotions at regular intervals and has supervised specialized units such as Investigative Services Unit, Fugitive Unit, Uniform Warrants, Sex Offenders Unit, Family Violence Unit, and more. In January 2021, he was appointed to Major, overseeing the Criminal Investigation Section and second in command of the Field Operations Division. In December 2021, he was appointed Assistant Chief of the Field Operations Division. In December 2024, he was appointed Deputy Chief of the Operations Bureau. Additionally, Deputy Chief Webster honorably served eight years in the United States Navy. Antonio.Webster@gwinnettcounty.com 770.619.6814 Operations Bureau The Operations Bureau is comprised of the Field Operations Division and the Court Operations Division and is commanded by Deputy Chief Antonio Webster.

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE DISCUSS RECRUITMENT, RETENTION IN 2026 BUSINESS PLAN PRESENTATION GCSO Sep 2, 2025 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., September 2, 2025) – Last month, Chief Cleo Atwater, the Executive Command Staff, and Fiscal Section proposed the 2026 Business Plan Presentation to Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson and the Citizens Budget Review Team. The presentation emphasized recruitment and retention initiatives. It also outlined key focus areas such as building security and perimeter upgrades, vehicle and equipment advancements, technological enhancements, and the impact of state legislation. “It was important to highlight the emerging developments shaping the operational direction of the Sheriff’s Office,” said Chief Atwater. “As a constitutional office with a role that combines both criminal justice and civil responsibilities, we’re implementing strategies to increase efficiency and reduce long-term costs.” As part of its commitment to a positive workplace culture, the Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Gwinnett County Human Resources, launched the Jailer Series Career Path in October 2023 to support employee development. It has established a rank structure—Senior, Master, Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant—designed to provide career opportunities for jailers. With the introduction of a modern applicant tracking system in January 2025, the Sheriff’s Office has enhanced hiring quality, timeliness, and onboarding retention. New hires have increased significantly since 2024, reflecting a 44% rise within the first eight months of this year. As staffing numbers continue to improve, deputy presence and community services are anticipated to progress across Gwinnett. “These achievements would not have been possible without the support of our Board of Commissioners,” said Chief Atwater. “I remain committed to advocating for the dedicated men and women of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office.” Chairwoman Hendrickson will present her proposed 2026 budget in November, with a public hearing scheduled for December. The Sheriff’s Office presentation is available to view here . ### Previous Next

< Back FUGITIVE UNIT APPREHENDS SUSPECT WANTED ON TWO FELONY MURDER CHARGES GCSO Aug 7, 2024 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., August 7, 2024) – Investigators with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit successfully apprehended David Shane Lancaster, who was wanted on two felony murder charges. On Monday, August 5, a surveillance operation was conducted in Atlanta, Georgia. The Fugitive Unit observed Lancaster leaving an Atlanta residence at approximately 3 p.m. carrying a black backpack. Investigators followed Lancaster to a nearby dispensary and placed him under arrest. A subsequent search of the backpack revealed a black and silver Smith and Wesson handgun, 0.68 kilograms of crystal-like substance, and an electronic scale. The substance was tested and confirmed to be Methamphetamine. All additional evidence was secured and transferred to the Sheriff's Office for further processing. David Shane Lancaster was taken to the Gwinnett County Jail, where he remains without bond. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will keep the public informed on any additional updates. To submit a tip, you may contact our Tip Line for any information or reports at 770.619.6655. ### Previous Next

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< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CONTINUES TO OFFER TIPS ON HOW TO AVOID RISING SCAMS GCSO Dec 1, 2023 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., December 1, 2023) – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office urges everyone to be aware of a scam that has affected our community. Recently, scammers purporting to be an employee of the Sheriff’s Office using the fictitious name “Sgt. Kerr” have called citizens using the number 770.215.0734. The scammer has told the citizens that they have either missed a federal subpoena that was sent via certified mail, or that they have failed to appear for the Grand Jury. The scammer would then request the citizen to pay $1,500 in order to be removed from the federal docket or to have their fictitious warrant recalled for missing jury duty, all of which is false information. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office wants to inform the community that the fictitious name “Sergeant Kerr” calling from the phone number 770.215.0734 is not any employee of the Sheriff’s Office, and this phone number is not associated with the Sheriff’s Office in any way. If you receive a phone call from anyone using this name or anyone from this phone number, immediately end the call and do not under any circumstances provide the individual with any of your personal information. In the event that you miss jury duty, the Sheriff’s Office and the Courts will not contact you by phone. All correspondence in reference to jury duty will be conducted via mail. If you have questions about missing jury duty, please call the Gwinnett County Courts Jury Services at 770.822.5667. If you or someone you know has been called by this scammer, please call the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office at 770.619.6655. As with any phone call you may receive, proceed with caution before providing any personal and/or financial information to anyone you don’t know. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is committed to providing our community with the most updated information in order to keep you and your family safe from these disturbing scams. Previous Next

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< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE PARTNERS WITH POSITIVE IMPACT HEALTH CENTERS GCSO Oct 11, 2023 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., October 11, 2023) – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Mental Health Task Force continues to cultivate relationships that provide essential mental health services to the community. The Sheriff’s Office announces a landmark partnership between the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Mental Health Task Force and Positive Impact Health Centers (PIHC). This partnership incorporates a streamlined referral and intake process for individuals currently incarcerated and will provide services to them immediately upon their release. PIHC provides many services including comprehensive HIV care, mental health counseling, addiction treatment, pharmacy services, dental care, intensive outpatient treatment programs, and housing assistance. The continuity of care made possible due to PIHC’s screening and acceptance procedure makes this partnership crucial to the health of these patients. PIHC completes the screening process prior to the release of the patient from jail. Once that process is complete, a member of the Mental Health Task Force will schedule an assessment specialist from PIHC to visit the patient in the jail to map out their treatment plan. This creates continuous care from the first day the patients are released. Once out of confinement they are immediately transitioned to PIHC where all services are grant funded for eligible patients. Transportation to a PIHC facility is also offered upon release. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will continue to form partnerships with the mental health community to reduce recidivism and provide a positive impact to those affected by mental health issues. For more information, please visit PositiveImpactHealthCenters.org . ### Previous Next

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY CHIEF CLEO ATWATER ANNOUNCES MODIFICATIONS TO FACILITATE SPECIALITY CARE AND SECURITY TO MENTAL HEALTH AND CHRONICALLY ILL INMATE POPULATION GCSO Nov 20, 2023 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., November 20, 2023) – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is undergoing a massive reconstruction overhaul to ensure the highest standard of care is provided to the chronically ill and mental health inmate population of our facility. The Gwinnett County Jail is comprised of two buildings, the Wimberly Tower opened in 2006 and the Plunkett Building opened in 1991. Currently, there are approximately 2,250 inmates housed in our facility. Of this population, 25 percent require specialized treatment for long-term medical conditions, ambulatory limitations, those facing suicidal ideations, and others requiring advanced care, such as medically assisted treatment for the withdrawal of opioid and alcohol usage. Read full statement: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02ouF7b4ygDBo1Zo3EVusfKGr4yvWVPB8RhNSRZp3qYG1FDk1jtaoZ8NqrJhBYMoJXl&id=100064781043260&mibextid=cr9u03 ### Previous Next

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SUSPECT IN JURY DUTY SCAM GCSO Mar 13, 2026 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., March 13, 2026) – On March 5, 2026, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Jail Intelligence and Warrant Units arrested Garrett Thompson. Jail Intelligence Unit investigators received a report from a citizen who stated he had been contacted by an individual identifying himself as “Officer Shepherd” regarding a jury duty issue. The caller instructed the victim to pay $1,350 or turn himself in to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Believing the request to be legitimate, the victim sent the money to the phone number provided by the caller. Investigators determined that the phone number used in the transaction belonged to Thompson, who confirmed he received the funds. Warrant Unit deputies then located and arrested Thompson without incident. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens that law enforcement will never request payment over the phone to resolve jury duty matters or other legal issues. Residents who receive suspicious calls are encouraged to report them to their local law enforcement. To submit a tip to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, call 770-619-6655 or visit GwinnettCountySheriff.org . ### Previous Next

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SEX OFFENDER GCSO Feb 6, 2026 News Release GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SEX OFFENDER (Gwinnett County, Ga., February 6, 2026) – On February 5, 2026, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Unit arrested Dontiez McKinnon in Snellville, Georgia. Following an investigation in January 2026, GCSO deputies secured a warrant for McKinnon for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, Failure to Comply with Registration Requirements, and Providing False Information. McKinnon failed to comply with Georgia law by not updating the Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Unit with required vital information. He was taken into custody without incident. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to proactively monitoring compliance and taking appropriate enforcement action to help ensure the safety of our community. To submit a tip to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, call 770-619-6655 or visit GwinnettCountySheriff.org . ### Previous Next

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING EXERCISE GCSO Dec 12, 2025 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., December 12, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a live, multi-agency active shooter exercise. Please be advised that the Sheriff’s Office front lobby will be closed on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The main entrance on Reynolds Road leading into Wimberly Way will be closed during the training exercise. This proactive initiative is part of a coordinated effort among multiple agencies in Gwinnett County to enhance preparedness, improve response times, and strengthen collaboration during critical incidents. This will be a realistic training exercise; however, the Sheriff’s Office assures the community that it is only temporary. This will not have an impact on your ability to reach emergency services. If you need immediate assistance or require law enforcement support, dial 911. To submit a tip, call 770.619.6655 or visit GwinnettCountySheriff.org . Previous Next

< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE 4TH ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH HELPS THOUSANDS GCSO Jul 31, 2024 News Release MORE THAN 12,000 BOOKBAGS AND MEALS DISTRIBUTED (Gwinnett County, Ga., July 30, 2024) – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office partnered with Live Healthy Gwinnett to host the 4th Annual Back-to-School Bash this past Saturday at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. The event successfully distributed 6,308 backpacks filled with school supplies and 6,100 meals to the community. Sheriff Keybo Taylor expressed his gratitude to the members of the Gwinnett Sheriff’s Office and the community for attending. “It is truly heartwarming to witness everyone coming together for the fourth consecutive year to positively impact the lives of our youth,” Sheriff Taylor said. “Providing support to and protecting the families in our community as we approach the upcoming school year is why we wake up each morning to serve our residents.” ### Previous Next

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< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE FUGITIVE AND K-9 UNITS COLLABORATE WITH LOCAL PARTNERS TO LOCATE AND APPREHEND TWO SUSPECTS WANTED FOR VIOLENT CRIMES GCSO Apr 22, 2024 News Release (Gwinnett County, Ga., April 22, 2024) – Two individuals wanted for violent offenses were apprehended by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit following proactive surveillance operations designated to locating fugitives. On January 19, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Eli Cummings was located and apprehended in Buford, Georgia, as investigators were conducting surveillance at his residence. Cummings was wanted for Sexual Battery, Aggravated Assault, and Cruelty to Children in the 3rd Degree. He was taken into custody without incident by the Fugitive Unit, with the assistance of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit and processed at the Gwinnett County Jail. In a separate operation on January 19, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Jared Thomas Saylors was apprehended in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Saylors, wanted for Aggravated Child Molestation, was arrested by the Fugitive Unit, K-9 Unit, and the Lawrenceville Police Department without incident. He was processed at the Gwinnett County Jail. The mission of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is to serve and protect through dedication, professionalism, active cooperation with the community, and respect for human dignity. We will continue to demonstrate efficiency in ensuring the safety and security of the community. ### Previous Next

Please include all court-certified documents required by Georgia Law. All checks or certified funds need to be made payable to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Note: Service fees are nonrefundable. Civil Process Please include all court-certified documents required by Georgia Law. All checks or certified funds need to be made payable to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Note: Service fees are nonrefundable. All services require that you complete a Sheriff’s Entry of Service form which is available from any clerk of court within the Gwinnett County Judicial Circuit. Be sure to complete the “Name and Address of Party to Be Served” section. If you fail to complete this section properly, you are subject to paying an additional service fee. For out of out-of-state service, a Civil Process employee will prepare a Sheriff’s Entry of Service Form. You are responsible for determining that the address for service is within Gwinnett County. We do not go outside Gwinnett County to serve a Civil Process. Fee Schedule (United States currency, money orders, traveler’s checks, or certified bank checks. Foreign currency and personal checks are not accepted): $50 FiFa-Levy $20 FiFa-Nulla Bona $25 FiFa-Nulla Bona – Clerk of Superior Court $50 Out-of-State Service $50 Per Person Service $50 Service of Garnishment or Rule Against Garnishee $25 Service of Dispossessory Proceeding and Notice of Foreclosure $10 Service of In-State Subpoenas $25 Writ of Possession to Evict Writ of Fieri Facias & Personal Injury Property Law A Writ of Fieri Facias (FiFa) is a Court Order commanding the Sheriff to collect a judgment by either getting the money or to levy and sell sufficient property of the person(s) named in the FiFa to satisfy your judgment. To “levy” means to seize or attach property by judicial order and to then convert the seized property into money through a Sheriff’s Sale to satisfy the judgment. Most property seized (levied upon) is personal property, but under certain circumstances, we can also seize Real Property. In general, we will make a ten (10) day money demand on the defendant by personal contact with the person(s) named in the FiFa or by leaving a letter at the person(s) home, if we are unable to make personal contact. This is an optional process since it is not required by law, but in some cases can be effective. If the defendant says that they cannot or will not pay, then we will return the FiFa to you with the results of our money demand. It is then up to you to provide us with any known assets of the defendant that are unencumbered (no security interest, no UCC filing, no secured debt, no liens, etc.). You can take your original FiFa to the Georgia Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division in Hapeville, GA to determine if the defendant has any motor vehicles that are either in his/her name or the name of the corporation (if applicable). Their web link is: Motor Vehicle Division. Once you have determined any assets you must: Give us a letter requesting that we do a levy, describing these assets and the address where you would like us to do the levy. Either give us a printout from the Motor Vehicle Division showing vehicles owned by the defendant or a letter certifying that an UCC search has been done and that there are no liens on the assets you are asking us to levy upon. Prior to levying, the plaintiff must pay certain fees in advance. They are generally, but not limited to: Legal Advertising in the Gwinnett Daily Post for four (4) weeks, wrecker and wrecker lot storage fees if a vehicle is to be seized, storage fees at a bonded warehouse located in Gwinnett County if appropriate, labor and transportation cost for the physical seizure and movement of any property levied upon if applicable. All of this will be discussed with you by a supervisor prior to levying. Once the levy has been done, the items are placed in a bonded warehouse in Gwinnett County selected by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office and paid by you, or in a wrecker lot in the case of vehicles. The seized property is then advertised for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Gwinnett Daily Post (legal organ of Gwinnett County) and then sold on the first Tuesday of the month. While we provide some assistance to you, we are unable to do skip tracing or to identify specific property to levy upon. These two tasks must be done by you. We do make a money demand. Please refer to O.C.G.A. § 9-13-50 and O.C.G.A. § 9-13-16. Requirements for a Real Property Levy A request, in writing, to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Civil Division to levy upon and sell real property to satisfy a Fieri Facias (FiFa). In your request for the Civil Division to levy on real property, you must include a statement that there is either no personal property to be levied upon to satisfy the judgment or that there is insufficient personal property found to be levied upon to satisfy the judgment. We must have the original FiFa. We cannot accept copies of a FiFa. The FiFa must have been recorded in the county where the judgment originated. If the judgment originated outside of Gwinnett County, the judgment must also be recorded in Gwinnett County. If the original Fi.Fa. has been lost, we can accept a properly marked “Alias,” issued by the original issuer (Clerk of Court) with the same judgment date as the original Fi. Fa. and endorsed as an “Alias.” A full and complete legal description of the real property that you want us to levy upon and sell. This description must include the “metes and bounds” in the legal description and be in Word format. This will be used for the Ad, which will be in the legal section of the Gwinnett Daily Post (the legal organ for the county). Please email this to: Nicholas.Higgins@GwinnettCounty.com. A Certificate of Title certified by an Attorney authorized to practice law in the State of Georgia. The Certificate of Title must be less than thirty (30) days old. The name of the current owner of the property must be shown. In addition, it must include a list of all lien holders with their name(s), address(es), and the date the lien(s) was/were recorded. A certified copy of the warranty deed for the subject property. Please note that any mortgage(s) [security deed(s)] must be extinguished (pay off the mortgage) prior to our levying. You will need to provide us with the dollar amount that was paid to do this. We will need proof that this has been done. A check for $50 made out to the Sheriff of Gwinnett County for the statutory Levy fee. A check made out to the Sheriff of Gwinnett County for an amount to be determined by the designated person in the Civil Division to cover the estimated costs for the advertising and any other costs that the Civil Division requires to be paid in advance. Sheriff’s Sale If items are available for sale, Sheriff’s Sales are held the first Tuesday of the month, unless that day falls on a National Holiday and then it is held on the day following the first Tuesday of the month. You can check on Sheriff’s Sales in the Gwinnett Daily Post Legal Section, Classification 931. From time to time we conduct sales resulting from Tax Fieri Facias that have been sold to third parties. You can check on Sheriff’s Sales in the Gwinnett Daily Post Legal Section, Classification 931. When there is a sale, it is held on the walkway at the marble bench closest to the street on the right side as you are approaching the building. This location is set by court order. The legal hours of sale are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sometimes a sale is held at a different location. If there is a different location, the complete address of the location where the sale will occur will be listed in the ad. All sales are final. You cannot return items purchased. You must pay with either cash or a cashier’s check (official bank check). Unless you present a State of Georgia Sales Tax Exemption form at the time you make a purchase, you will be charged sales tax on all personal products. Sales Tax on Vehicles is based on where the purchaser lives, not the county where the vehicle is sold. There is no sales tax on real property (real estate). Contact Directory

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< Back GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE FUGITIVE UNIT APPREHENDS TWO SUSPECTS INVOLVED IN MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL SCHOOL INCIDENTS GCSO Aug 4, 2023 News Release (Gwinnett County, GA, August 4, 2023) – On Thursday, August 3, 2023, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office received information from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office regarding two males that were identified as non-students entering Jackson County High School. After contact was made with the two males, they left the building. Subsequently, the two males were involved in an incident in Barrow County that resulted in a hard lockdown in the Barrow County School System. Information obtained on social media showed one of the suspects in possession of a firearm. Based upon the information received, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit initiated an investigation that led to the apprehensions of Christian Lebron Williams and Lamonte Dianell Smith. Additionally, during the course of the investigation, it was determined that Christian Lebron Williams had additional outstanding warrants related to firearms charges for a May 2023 incident. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the partnerships with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the Gwinnett County Police Department, and the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office that led to the swift arrests of the suspects. Questions related to the apprehensions of the individuals should be directed to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Communications Unit. Any questions related to the school incidents should be directed to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and/or the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office. ### Previous Next