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Patrol Division SCROLL DOWN DIVISIONS | PATROL Our dedicated team of nearly two dozen patrol deputies is available around the clock to handle any calls that come in, whether it’s day or night. From responding to active shooters to investigating robberies, their priority is to answer every call for service in a timely and efficient manner. By actively engaging with community members and establish rapport, the Wasatch County patrol deputies build and maintain strong relationships with citizens. Additionally, they often handle civil service requests, including serving court paperwork. They also work tirelessly to document all encounters, ensuring accurate records and reporting. A key part of every patrol deputy’s role is taking a proactive approach to law enforcement, particularly in the following areas: 01 Domestic Violence Our patrol deputies are committed to addressing and preventing domestic violence incidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of our community members. 02 Protective Order Violations Patrol deputies prioritize enforcing protective orders, providing a sense of security to those who have sought legal protection. 03 DUI Wasatch County deputies actively work to deter and apprehend individuals who drive under the influence, protecting other drivers on the road. 04 Drug-Related Issues Deputies investigate drug-related activities, aiming to prevent their spread and protect our community from the associated dangers. Two-year-old Rue is our K-9 who works closely with a handler to help locate and identify illegal drugs. DIVISIONS | PATROL Schedule a K-9 Demonstration DIVISIONS | PATROL Warrants They actively pursue individuals with outstanding warrants, promoting lawfulness and maintaining public safety. To ensure our deputies are prepared to handle any situation, they undergo continuous training in a variety of scenarios. These training sessions incorporate both virtual and hands-on exercises, allowing them to work through specific challenges and improve their response strategies. They dedicate 10 hours of every 80-hour work cycle to training. Most of our patrol deputies are also certified C.I.T. officers. They maintain the same responsibilities but are usually assigned to handle situations involving individuals experiencing mental health crises. A C.I.T. Officer receives broad and generalized training in identifying characteristics of various mental disorders that are commonly presented in law enforcement and corrections settings. They are prepared to provide a safe intervention for the person in crises, as well as their family and the community. Share a Concern or Compliment

Corrections Division SCROLL DOWN The Corrections Division is comprised of approximately 40 deputies who oversee the Wasatch County Jail, a 100-bed facility designed for inmates who will be serving less than a year behind bars. In addition, some inmates are housed for the State prison system in exchange for funding. To rehabilitate those who are serving time in jail, the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office provides opportunities for inmates to work inside the jail. Deputies in Corrections oversee these individuals as they clean and complete projects in less restricted areas of the jail. Those who meet certain criteria may also work on County-owned property by cleaning, cutting lawns, or shoveling snow. This is a unique opportunity that prepares inmates for their transition back into society by preparing them for respectable employment. Another core responsibility of the Corrections department is to ensure the safety and security of those with judicial business at the Wasatch County Justice Center. Safety is first accomplished by screening everyone that enters the Justice Center. In addition, we provide bailiff services for the Fourth District Court, the Fourth District Juvenile Court, and the Wasatch County Justice Court. The primary duty of a bailiff is to maintain security and order in the courtroom in addition to moving incarcerated persons from the jail to the courts for their appearances. Thanks to the hard work and support of volunteers in the community, inmates can study and learn skills in a variety of areas, including math, reading, and computers. In partnership with the Wasatch County School District, they may also earn their high school diploma, if needed. They may also attend drug and alcohol support groups, as well as religious services. These services would not be possible without our dedicated volunteers who commit their lives to helping this community. Volunteers, thank you for donating your time and expertise! DIVISIONS | CORRECTIONS

WASATCH COUNTY SHERIFF | POLICIES SCROLL DOWN Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) Policy 427 427.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for the capture, storage, and use of digital data obtained through the use of the automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology (Utah Code 41-6a-2003). 427.2 ADMINISTRATION The ALPR technology, also known as license plate recognition (LPR), allows for the automated detection of license plates. It is used by the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office to convert data associated with vehicle license plates for official law enforcement purposes, including identifying stolen or wanted vehicles, stolen license plates, and missing persons. It may also be used to gather information related to active warrants, homeland security, electronic surveillance, suspect interdiction, and stolen property recovery. All installation and maintenance of ALPR equipment, as well as ALPR data retention and access shall be managed by the Administration Division Commander. The Administration Division Commander will assign personnel under the Administration Division Commander's command to administer the day-to-day operation of the ALPR equipment and data. 427.2.1 SPECIAL USE PERMITS The Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee shall obtain required special use permits before installation of stationary ALPR equipment when applicable (Utah Code 41-6a-2003; Utah Code 72-1-212). 427.3 OPERATIONS Use of an ALPR is restricted to the purposes outlined below. Office personnel shall not use or allow others to use the equipment or database records for any unauthorized purpose. (a) An ALPR shall only be used for official and legitimate law enforcement business (Utah Code 41-6a-2003). (b) An ALPR may be used in conjunction with any routine patrol operation or official investigation. Reasonable suspicion or probable cause is not required before using an ALPR. (c) While an ALPR may be used to canvass license plates around any crime scene, particular consideration should be given to using ALPR-equipped vehicles to canvass areas around homicides, shootings, and other major incidents. Partial license plates reported during major crimes should be entered into the ALPR system in an attempt to identify suspect vehicles. (d) No member of this office shall operate ALPR equipment or access ALPR data without first completing office-approved training. (e) If practicable, the deputy should verify an ALPR response through the appropriate law enforcement database before taking enforcement action that is based solely upon an ALPR alert. (f) No ALPR operator may access confidential office, state, or federal data unless otherwise authorized to do so. 427.3.1 LIMITATIONS ON USE ALPR data shall only be used for the following official law enforcement business (Utah Code 41-6a-2003): (a) As part of an active criminal investigation (b) To apprehend an individual with an outstanding warrant (c) To locate a missing or endangered person (d) To locate a stolen vehicle 427.4 DATA COLLECTION AND RETENTION All data and images gathered by an ALPR are for the official use of the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office and because such data may contain confidential information, it is not open to public review. ALPR information gathered and retained by this office may be used and shared with prosecutors or others only as permitted by law (Utah Code 41-6a-2004). The Administration Division Commander is responsible for ensuring systems and processes are in place for the proper collection and retention of ALPR data. Data will be transferred from vehicles to the designated storage in accordance with office procedures. The Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee shall take steps to have all ALPR data that is not reasonably related to official law enforcement business purged in an unrecoverable manner as soon as practicable. In no event shall this data be maintained longer than nine months unless it is subject to a warrant, preservation request, or disclosure order (Utah Code 41-6a-2004). Data that will not be purged should be downloaded from the server onto portable media and booked into evidence. 427.4.1 NON-GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY ALPR ALPR data captured by a non-governmental agency device may only be obtained pursuant to a warrant or a court order (Utah Code 41-6a-2005). 427.5 ACCOUNTABILITY All data will be closely safeguarded and protected by both procedural and technological means. The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office will observe the following safeguards regarding access to and use of stored data: (a) All ALPR data downloaded to the mobile workstation and server shall be accessible only through a login/password-protected system capable of documenting all access of information by name, date, and time. (b) Members approved to access ALPR data under these guidelines are permitted to access the data for legitimate law enforcement purposes only, such as when the data relate to a specific criminal investigation or office-related civil or administrative action. (c) The number of ALPR data searches conducted by members as well as the crime type and incident numbers associated with each search shall be recorded and preserved for at least five years (Utah Code 41-6a-2005). (d) ALPR system audits should be conducted on a regular basis. 427.6 POLICY The policy of the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office is to utilize ALPR technology to capture and store digital license plate data and images while recognizing the established privacy rights of the public. All data and images gathered by the ALPR are for the official use of this office. Because such data may contain confidential information, it is not open to public review. 427.7 RELEASING ALPR DATA The ALPR data may be shared only with other law enforcement or prosecutorial agencies for official law enforcement purposes or as otherwise permitted by law, using the following procedures: (a) The agency makes a written request for the ALPR data that includes: 1. The name of the agency. 2. The name of the person requesting. 3. The intended purpose of obtaining the information. (b) The request is reviewed by the Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee and approved before the request is fulfilled. (c) The approved request is retained on file. Requests for ALPR data by non-law enforcement or non-prosecutorial agencies will be processed as provided in the Records Maintenance and Release Policy. 427.8 PUBLIC ACCESS This policy and any special use permits obtained for stationary ALPRs shall be published on the County website or on the Utah Public Notice Website if the Office does not have access to a County website (Utah Code 41-6a-2003; Utah Code 72-1-212). Download this Policy Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2023/12/12, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Wasatch County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Rigby SCROLL DOWN Sheriff Rigby brings more than two decades of experience in law enforcement to his position as Wasatch County Sheriff. Having spent most of his life in the area, Rigby's deep-rooted connection to the community drives his dedication to ensuring its safety and well-being. After moving to Heber in high school, Rigby met his wife while attending Wasatch High School. He started working for Wasatch County in 2001 as a corrections officer before attending the Salt Lake Community College Law Enforcement Academy, which helped him successfully transition into a new role as a patrol deputy. After earning his bachelor’s degree in political science at BYU, he completed law school and a master’s degree in public administration at University of North Dakota. His success in higher education opened doors for him to clerk for several judges in both North Dakota and Utah, as well as the United States Air Force. Upon returning to Utah, he passed the bar and did some work for the Wasatch County Attorney’s Office but was eager to return to a life of service in law enforcement. He was named Chief Deputy to Todd Bonner in 2009, a position he held until Bonner retired in 2018, making way for Rigby to run for Sheriff. He is now in his second term as Wasatch County Sheriff and is most proud of the way the Office has demonstrated a commitment to student safety. As the community continues to grow and add more schools, he has worked tirelessly to ensure there is a deputy on every campus. Sheriff Rigby and his wife, Krisann, have 10 children who all help on the family farm. He enjoys boating, staying involved in the community, and training for triathlons. ABOUT | SHERIFF RIGBY

Administration Division SCROLL DOWN DIVISIONS | ADMINISTRATION The Administration Division is a crucial part of the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office, handling a wide range of essential behind-the-scenes tasks that support the overall mission of the agency. Our team handles everything from overseeing the hiring process to managing non-sworn duties like answering phone calls and assisting front office visitors. We also respond to requests for documents and videos and are responsible for basic money management. We work diligently to ensure that essential administrative services are delivered with prompt and accurate care. DIVISIONS | ADMINISTRATION Our team members are dedicated to serving the needs of our colleagues within the Sheriff’s Office, as well as the public we serve.

Mission, Principles, Goals SCROLL DOWN Mission In partnership with the community, we will proactively serve and protect our neighborhoods, schools, and businesses using thorough, innovative, and cost-effective methods to prevent crime, enforce the law, and care for and rehabilitate those who are incarcerated. Principles Our fundamental duty is to serve the citizens of Wasatch County, protecting lives and property against deception, intimidation, violence, and disorder. We recognize the badge as a symbol of public faith and strive to uphold the following objectives and ideals: 01 We respect the Constitutional rights of every individual as it pertains to liberty, equality, and justice. 02 We maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule. 03 We remain honest in thought and deed in both our personal and official lives, obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of the department. 04 We uphold confidentiality unless revelation is necessary in the performance of duty. 05 We never permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence decisions. 06 With no compromise for crime, we enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor. ABOUT | MISSION, PRINCIPLES, GOALS ABOUT | MISSION, PRINCIPLES, GOALS Goals The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office is committed to growing and improving to meet the needs of our community. We routinely evaluate our goals for the future, adjusting when necessary and adding new objectives as we achieve others. Keep Wasatch County Safe 01 Continue to enhance school safety 02 Establish an Offender Review Board 03 Launch Operation FTA Warrant Reduction 04 Boost suicide prevention efforts and raise awareness 05 Pursue cold cases to find much-needed answers for the families of victims 01 Establish a Single-Issue Citizen’s Advisory Board 02 Increase outreach to city and town councils, as well as individual neighborhoods 03 Form relationships with the Hispanic community 04 Provide more transparency as it pertains to records 05 Communicate using print and social media Increase Transparency and Community Outreach 01 Update annual performance evaluations 02 Establish grades in each employee position 03 Provide leadership development for sergeants, potential sergeants, and lieutenants 04 Include division commanders in budgeting and expenses Increase Professionalism and Accountability 01 Provide routine training on identifying stressors and building resilience 02 Institute a Critical Incident Stress Management Program for staff to use as they work through difficult cases or situations 03 Improve individual health through a fitness policy Promote Health, Wellness, and Resilience

Fallen Officers SCROLL DOWN Blake V. Wright Blake died doing what he loved: helping and serving the people of Wasatch County.” Years of Service: July 1981 – August 1990 Blake Wright was just 21 years old when he began serving as a member of the volunteer Search and Rescue (SAR) team. He bought a 4WD truck for SAR operations in the mountains, learned to scuba dive, and routinely practiced his firearms skills. He was hired by Heber City Police Department and attended Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) before eventually joining the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy. He made the move because he was eager to serve and patrol the entire county, not just within city limits. Blake was on the SWAT Team and thoroughly enjoyed every minute in the middle of the action. In fact, he was once involved in a high-speed pursuit in Daniels Canyon. On August 26, 1990, while getting ready for his patrol shift, Blake looked out the back door of his home and saw smoke on the mountain above Deer Creek Reservoir. He said goodbye to his family and went to help with the fire. Blake was asked to ride on a county public works caterpillar with Ralph Broadhead because he had a radio. Ralph and Blake were pushing a firebreak two ridges away from the fire when the flames jumped the line and caught them unexpectedly. They were both killed in an area southwest of Midway near Cascade Springs. Blake loved his wife, Vanette, and their six children, TJ, Nick, Pat, Emma, Marlin and Gabe. ABOUT | FALLEN OFFICERS G. Scott Hathcock Scott will always be remembered for his personal brand of humor, the empathetic way he treated people, and his innate goodness.” Years of Service: April 1984 – August 2008 Scott began his law enforcement career in April 1984 when he was hired by the Utah Highway Patrol. After graduating from the Utah Police Academy, Scott’s first assignment was at the Helper Port of Entry. Scott worked there for four months and was given the option of transferring to the road as a trooper. Luckily for the citizens of Wasatch County, Scott and his wife, Suzy, decided to relocate to Heber in October of 1984. Scott worked in this role for the following 11 years, handling countless cases and crashes. In the 1990s, Scott investigated a fatal crash at the intersection of Highway 40 and River Road. This devastating event claimed the life of a young boy when a vehicle ran a stop sign. When Scott was interviewed by the media, he mentioned that the crash site was a dangerous intersection. Some with authority didn’t appreciate this, which led to some fall-out, but a traffic light was eventually installed. It’s impossible to quantify how many lives have been saved as a result. In good fun, officers in the area would tease Scott about being on the news, calling the intersection “Hathcock Junction.” To this day, the law enforcement community still refers to it by that name. In 1995, Scott transferred to the Utah Highway Patrol Alcohol and Training Division. He became an intoxilyzer instructor and technician—in addition to teaching radar and accident reconstruction for several police academies and agencies. Scott was highly sought-after for his knowledge and abilities in many areas and often served as an expert witness in court. In 1996, Scott was hired as a part-time dispatcher for Wasatch County. He typically worked two shifts a week: the Friday graveyard and a Saturday swing shift. In the spring of 1998, Scott became a reserve patrol deputy. During the 2002 Winter Olympics, Scott served as a dignitary protection officer. He protected various visitors, including Congressman Jim Matheson and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, the daughter of Robert Kennedy and then-Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. Scott was even a part of the Utah Highway Patrol Honor Guard. In May 2007, after working for Utah Highway Patrol for more than 23 years, Scott retired and was hired as a sergeant at the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office. On August 14, 2008, Scott was on-duty and working traffic enforcement on SR 189 near Deer Creek Dam. As he was speaking to someone he stopped, Scott suffered a major heart attack and passed away on the scene. Scott left behind his wife, Suzy, and two sons, Travis and Caleb. After Scott’s death, Suzy was approached by many people he had helped during his career. One such person was a woman he stopped the same day he passed away. Suzy recalled how she shared that Scott took the time to listen to her for a considerable length of time as she unloaded on him about her problems. As always, Scott was empathetic and made a positive impression on her. The woman reportedly tried to pay her citation, but the court refused to take her money given the circumstances that day. The woman brought Suzy the money instead, asking her to take it as a token of appreciation for a great deputy who took the time to listen. ABOUT | FALLEN OFFICERS

FAQ Frequently Asked Questions For answers to some of the most common questions we receive, please see the following. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please call (435) 654-1098 . 01 How do I obtain a copy of a case report? If you’d like to request a case report, you must complete a GRAMA request form and provide the necessary fees. Once you’re ready to submit these materials, please provide them by mail, fax, or email using the information below. Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office 1361 South Highway 40 Heber City, Utah 84032 Fax: (435) 657-3580 Email: wcsorecords@wasatch.utah.gov GRAMA Request Form SCROLL DOWN WASATCH COUNTY SHERIFF | FAQ 02 Does the office provide fingerprints services? Yes, walk-in fingerprint services are available Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on a first come, first served basis. For general applications, you must have a valid form of identification. The fee is $25 (cash only) for two cards. For court-ordered fingerprint services, there is no fee, but you must have court paperwork or a citation. 03 Do you unlock vehicles? As a free service to the community, the Sheriff’s Office will respond when someone has locked their keys inside their vehicle. This service can be requested by contacting the Dispatch Center at (435) 654-1411 . The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office does not assume responsibility for any damage that may occur while performing this service. You must sign a waiver of liability before the deputy will attempt to unlock a vehicle. 04 Does the office have a medication disposal box? Yes, there is a free medication disposal box located in the entryway of the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office. This helps minimize the threat of accidental poisoning or drug abuse. Learn more 05 Do you provide court paperwork and documents? No, we cannot provide forms or legal advice. ​ For information about filing protective orders, please contact Wasatch County Victim Advocate Kristen Guthrie at (435) 671-9490 . ​ Court paperwork, such as eviction notices and divorce papers, may be accessed at www.utcourts.gov . For civil service documents and information, please email CivilService@wasatch.utah.gov . 06 Where can I find inmate information? Wasatch County Jail is a medium-security jail located at 1361 South Highway 40 in Heber City. The facility is for offenders who are convicted for crimes which come under Utah state laws. To reach the jail, please call (435) 657-1619 . Visitation Under ordinary circumstances, each incarcerated person is allowed one 30-minute visit on each visiting day. Please arrive early to sign in and register. Unless a problem arises, the following schedule will be employed: ​ Men – Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and Saturday 12 to 2:30 p.m. Women – Thursday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 2:30 p.m. Phone Calls Evercom phones are available to be used by incarcerated persons. To use these phones, inmates may call collect, purchase phone cards from the commissary, or have their family members open an account with Evercom. To contact Evercom’s customer support office, please call 1-800-844-6591 . Mail Inmates may send or receive mail. They may also receive items such as books, magazines, and some compact discs, but the items must be sent directly from the manufacturer or supplier and must be in the original packaging. To ensure your mail reaches the correct person, please include the inmate’s name on the outside of the envelope or package and send it to the following address: Inmate's Name 1365 South Highway 40 Heber City, Utah 84032 Commissary Access Individuals held in the regular housing sections of the jail may purchase certain food and non-food items from the jail commissary. To make these purchases, the inmate must have money in his or her jail cash account. You may deposit money into an inmate’s cash account by: ​ Visiting https://www.correctpay.com and making a deposit using a credit card. Sending a money order or cashier’s check (no personal check will be accepted) to the inmate. Making an in-person cash deposit during business hours at the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office. 07 How do I file a personnel complaint? We believe deputies work in cooperation with citizens in a positive way. To ensure we function efficiently and maintain the rights of the citizens we protect, deputies are trained to follow a series of local, state, and federal procedures. Because of the nature of law enforcement, we also understand that citizens may object to the actions taken by deputies—or may feel their conduct is inappropriate. We consider a complaint to be an allegation from any source regarding the circumstances of a specific act or omission by a Sheriff’s Office employee. However, we do not consider a disagreement over the elements of a traffic citation to be a complaint. Disputes over traffic citations should be taken to the appropriate jurisdictional court for resolution. As a citizen, you are encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office if you have a complaint about the actions of a deputy or non-sworn employee if you believe their conduct was inappropriate or that they have violated the law. Although we encourage citizens to report misconduct, complaints must be made in good faith. Anyone who willfully makes any false accusation for the purpose of discrediting a deputy sheriff may be prosecuted under Utah State Criminal Code 76-8-504.5 for a Class A misdemeanor. To initiate a complaint, you may contact a supervisor Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by calling (435) 654-1098 . After hours and on weekends, you may contact our Dispatch Center at (435) 654-1411 and request assistance from an on-duty law enforcement supervisor. You will be asked to provide a written statement regarding the nature of your complaint with as much detail concerning the incident and why you believe the deputy’s conduct was inappropriate. Citizen Complaint Form 08 How does the personnel complaint process work? Every official citizen complaint is reviewed by the chief deputy. If the complaint is of conduct that would violate Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures or laws, an investigation will be authorized by the sheriff. Investigators will interview the concerned parties and witnesses, record their statements, and gather other relevant data. The completed investigation will be forwarded to the chief deputy, who reviews the investigation, and then forwards the completed investigative report file to the sheriff with a recommendation of one of the following dispositions: Substantiated: The investigation established that misconduct occurred. Not Substantiated: The investigation failed to produce sufficient evidence to clearly prove or disprove the allegation. Exonerated: The allegation did occur, but that it was justified, legal, and proper. Unfounded: The allegation did not occur. Misconduct Other Than Allegation: Misconduct occurred but was not a part of the original complaint. Policy Review: The allegation occurred and followed Sheriff’s Office policy (or policy did not exist). However, it is also determined that the allegation of misconduct could have been prevented if the policy was clearer. ​ Upon the completion of an internal investigation, the chief deputy or another supervisor will notify you in writing. This notification will provide details on whether the investigation is closed, as well as rights regarding the appeals process.

Investigations Division SCROLL DOWN The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division has several components, including 11 sworn deputies and an additional five officers from other departments who are assigned to the division. 01 - 04 Detectives Our team of detectives is a joint effort with Heber City Police Department and consists of four members. Their primary investigations involve the abuse and neglect of children, which require daily cooperation with the Department of Child and Family Services. Additionally, this team handles a significant amount of time handling death investigations, many of which are related to the abundant outdoor recreation opportunities in Wasatch County. Their expertise extends to a wide range of cases, including follow-up on domestic violence incidents, felony property crimes, and fraud. 02 - 04 School Resource Officers The safety of our children and educators is of paramount importance to us, which is why we have assigned deputies at seven schools in Wasatch County. This initiative is a partnership with the Wasatch County School District, with the shared objective of creating the safest environment possible at our schools. Our School Resource Officers (SROs) undergo rigorous training in tested and proven tactics to effectively respond to active assailant attacks. In fact, our County is proud to host regional training events in this regard. Research confirms that assailants often target perceived vulnerabilities, which is why we prioritize target hardening as the most effective strategy. Our deputies wear uniforms and are full equipped to counter deadly threats. They are highly trained individuals who will not hesitate to take immediate and aggressive action in the event of an attack. We want to make it clear to any potential attacker that targeting our schools will result in swift confrontation with a well-trained, well-armed, and fully equipped deputy. 03 - 04 Major Crimes Taskforce The Major Crimes Taskforce is a collaborative effort that involves multiple jurisdictions and is directly supervised by a Wasatch County deputy sergeant. Officers from Heber City and other state and local agencies contribute to this unit’s operations. We have observed a concerning trend of illegal drug use playing a significant role in high-risk domestic violence and child abuse cases. Since the formation of this taskforce, we have seen proven success in apprehending violent offenders and ensuring they remain behind bars. 04 - 04 Evidence and Property Management To efficiently manage the crucial task of handling evidence, we have a dedicated employee within the Sheriff’s Office. This individual manages these items in addition to accomplishing other essential work assignments. DIVISIONS | INVESTIGATIONS

Search and Rescue Division SCROLL DOWN Anyone, anytime, anywhere. This motto embodies the spirit of our Search and Rescue team, which is one of the busiest in the state of Utah. This team is made up of 36 volunteers who drop everything to answer the call approximately 140 times per year. Despite juggling their own full-time jobs, they’re wholeheartedly committed to serving the community in this capacity whenever they’re called to do so. They leave their families, often in the middle of the night or on holidays, to save lives and assist victims who are in trouble. While every situation presents unique challenges, 65% of the calls every year occur during the winter months. This surge in demand is due to the abundance of snow activities in Wasatch County. Whether it’s a snowmobile mishap or skiing accident, our team members who specialize in these types of incidents bring exceptional skill to every rescue. DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE There are several other specialties various Search and Rescue members bring to the team, including: 01 Scuba diving 02 High angle and swift water rescues 03 ​ Sonar operations 04 Horseback riding 05 Single-track rescues (dirt bikes, mountain bikes, etc.) During the summer months, many calls are related to boating due to the four reservoirs that can be found in Wasatch County. However, the team also travels throughout the state to assist other agencies whenever their experience is required. When a call comes in, everyone on the team responds. While specific situations will require one of our specialty teams to take the lead, all other team members are present to support in any capacity. One of their most significant responsibilities is offering assistance and solace to families on what is often the worst day of their lives. With the support of their employers and loved ones, the volunteers on this team give back to the community in a tremendous capacity. ​ It's important to note that our Search and Rescue team operates within certain budget constraints, which limits the number of available positions. However, we’re always open to receiving applications. If you would like to be considered for future openings on the team, please complete an application and return it to the Sheriff’s Office. Search and Rescue Application DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE