How
do I apply for a Pistol Permit?
Individuals who have lived in Camden County for a minimum
of 30 Days may apply for a pistol permit after coming to the Sheriff's
Office and completing an application. Applications are accepted
Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. Applicants must have valid picture
identification at the time of the application. Applicants must have reference
from non-relatives. Applications approximately take seven working days
to process.
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How
much does a Pistol Permit cost?
The cost is $5.00 per permit.
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How
did I get selected for Jury Duty?
Though your Jury Duty notice is mailed by the
Sheriff's Office, your name is selected randomly to us from the
Clerk of Court's Office. Your name may have been selected from
Division of Motor files, tax records or other documents.
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How
can I get excused from Jury Duty?
The Sheriff's Office cannot excuse anyone from
Jury Duty. A judge is the only one who may excuse someone from
Jury Duty. A person 65 years of age or older may automatically request to
be excused from Jury Duty, if they wish.
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How
do I obtain an Ex Parte (restraining) order?
An ex parte order can be obtained in one of the
following ways:
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In emergency situations, an ex parte may be
issued by a Magistrate
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During regular business hours, an ex parte
may be obtained through the Clerk of Court (Civil Division).
Once the ex parte order has been issued by the
appropriate judicial official, the Sheriff's Office will make
immediate service.
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How
do I obtain an Involuntary Commitment Order?
An involuntary commitment is not issued by the
Sheriff's Office. Commitment orders are issued by a magistrate
or other judicial official. Once the order has been received
by the Sheriff's Office, service will be attempted within 24
hours. Once served, the individual is transported by the Sheriff's
Office to the nearest medical/mental health facility for evaluation
by qualified medical/mental health personnel. If medical/mental
health personnel determine that the individual is to be committed,
the Sheriff's Office will provide transportation to the designated
mental health facility.
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How
do I notify the Sheriff's Office about Criminal Activity?
To notify the Camden County Sheriff's Office of
any suspected criminal activity, you may dial 911 for an emergency
situation. For suspected on-going criminal activity, you may
contact the Sheriff's Office 252-331-7446. To provide information
on illegal drug activity, you may dial 252-335-5555. The information
received is confidential.
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What
are the hours of operation for the Camden County Sheriff's
Office?
The Camden County Sheriff's Office operates twenty-four
hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. For emergency
situations, dial 911. The actual office hours for the Sheriff's
Office are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m..
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Is
it possible for me to speak directly to Sheriff Perry?
Sheriff Perry welcomes calls from all Camden County
Citizens and businesses regarding any questions or concerns.
However, please remember, if you would like to speak personally
to Sheriff Perry, you will need to contact his secretary at 252-338-5046,
as the Sheriff's responsibility is for him to be out and about
in the community.
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How
do I become a Camden County Deputy?
To become a Deputy,
you must:
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Be a Camden County resident (or be willing
to relocate to Camden County)
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Be at least 21 years of age
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Be of good moral character with positive credit
history
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Have a minimum of a high school education
(college preferred)
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Never been charged or convicted of a felony
or serious misdemeanor
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Be physically fit, and
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Possess or be able to obtain a North Carolina
Law Enforcement Certification.
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How
do I get a driving record check?
To get information on a North Carolina
driving record go to the NC
Division of Motor Vehicle website.
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How
do I get a criminal record check?
To obtain a copy of a local criminal record go
to the Camden County Clerk of Superior Court office. For more
information call 252-331-4871.
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