State Patrol

The Toombs County Sheriff's Office protects lives and properties of citizens, preserves peace and prevents crime. It provides several online crime statistics and crime reporting applications. The Toombs County Sheriff's Office operates a 128-bed detention center that houses pretrial, presentenced and convicted prisoners. The office maintains administration, patrol and investigation departments. It also has a communication center that provides services for immediate information needs in the course of daily operations and during emergency situations. Located in Lyons, Ga., the Toombs County Sheriff's Office also undertakes cases related to drug abuse, domestic violence and sexual offense.

Established in 1937, Georgia State Patrol is a full-service law enforcement agency that is a division of the Georgia Department of Public Safety. The department enforces traffic laws and investigates traffic crashes, as well as supports various public safety agencies to reduce crime, apprehend law offenders, and respond to natural and manmade disasters. Georgia State Patrol maintains the Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team (SCRT), which investigates fatal crashes thoroughly by specially trained investigators and properly documents evidence in collisions to be used for successful court prosecution. In addition, the division maintains a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team that specializes in bomb disposal and hostage and barricaded gunman situations. Georgia State Patrol maintains a location in Statesboro, Ga.

Toombs County Probate Court is an exclusive jurisdiction in Lyons, GA, responsible for probating wills, administering estates, appointing guardians for minors and adults, and involuntary hospitalization of incapacitated individuals. They also issue birth and death certificates, administer oaths of office, and provide marriage licenses and weapons carry permits. Their mission is to serve the general public and citizens of Toombs County with integrity, respect, compassion, and professionalism. They strive to provide the highest standard of service and are available to assist with any questions or concerns regarding their services, while adhering to state laws that prohibit them from providing legal advice or recommending specific legal actions.Generated from the website