Mississippi State Department of Health, Public Health District 8, Lamar County Health Department

The Sheriff s office, governed by Lamar County Mississippi, performs a range of law enforcement duties. It works toward the maintenance of peace in Lamar County in Mississippi. The office is also charged with the duties to quell riots, routs, affrays and unlawful assemblages. The Sheriff s office prevents mob violence and lynchings. In addition, it is responsible for the protection of courts and prisoners from trespasses and intruders. The office maintains a variety of books, maps and charts. The Sheriff s office also keeps census reports and the statutes of state. It maintains the reports of warrants. The office additionally submits budget for next fiscal year.