Sheriff _hot_ Jun 2026

: Agencies like the Orange County Sheriff's Department often include tips on locking doors and windows within their monthly summaries. 2. Citizens’ Crime Reports (Self-Reporting)

| Feature | Sheriff | Police Chief | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Entire county (including unincorporated areas) | City or town limits only | | Selection | Elected by county voters | Appointed by mayor/city council | | Primary Duty | County jails, courts, rural patrol | City streets, 911 response, traffic | | Term | Fixed (often 4 years) | At-will employment | | Uniform | Often a tan/green shirt, distinct star badge | Typically blue or black uniform | Sheriff