About Us
The Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff is dedicated to the preservation of public safety by providing innovative and progressive service in partnership with the community.
The Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff, established in 1850, holds the distinction of being one of California’s oldest law enforcement agencies. As the primary law enforcement authority in the County of Santa Clara, it oversees an area spanning approximately 1,300 square miles.
The Sheriff’s Office offers public safety services to unincorporated areas of the county, county parks, and government buildings. Additionally, it serves contract cities such as Cupertino, Saratoga, the Town of Los Altos Hills, and the Valley Transportation Authority. The Office manages county jails, provides courthouse security, and offers regional investigative support and tactical responses for the County of Santa Clara.