Pearl River County

The Harrison County Sheriff's Department protects residents lives and their property, prevents crime, enforces law, and maintains order and peace. It undertakes various criminal cases and works with other state, local and federal agencies to ensure the safety of law enforcement officers and the public. The Harrison County Sheriff's Department is located in Gulfport, Miss.

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.