The Alleghany County Sheriff's Office is led by Sheriff David Edwards. His office is located in the Law Enforcement Center at 40 Alleghany Street in Sparta. The Law Enforcement Center also houses offices of the County Magistrate and Drivers License Examiner, NC Highway Patrol, Detention Center & County Emergency Communications.
The Alleghany County Sheriff's Office has responsibility in three areas of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, the courts and corrections and is responsible for the county communications.
The Alleghany County Sheriff's Office is responsible for enforcing North Carolina laws in Alleghany County. The responsibilities include county patrols, investigating crime and apprehending suspects. Within the Town of Sparta, that responsibility is shared with the Sparta Police Department.
The Alleghany County Sheriff's Office is manned 24/7; however, citizens are encouraged to conduct business of a non-emergency nature during normal, weekday business hours.
