Sheriff's Office
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To enhance the quality of life in Stephenson County through the delivery of exceptional law enforcement services with the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and dedication to duty.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be regarded by the community we serve and by our law enforcement peers as a model for professionalism and effectiveness. We are steadfastly committed to the belief that all citizens deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and will strive for excellence in all we do. We will work to proactively reduce crime by maintaining a staff of well-equipped and highly trained professionals capable of delivering the highest levels of customer service.
Values
Integrity
Dedication
Service
Accountability
Courage
Excellence
Public Safety Functions
- Patrol Deputy
- Investigations
- Court security
- Civil process
- Highland Community College Campus Deputy
- Corrections

Stephenson County Jail
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Toll Free 1-866-847-7669
Cash Rewards up to $1,000
Heather Becker
Sheriff's Administrative Assistant
815-235-8290
815-235-8306 Fax
hbecker@stephensoncountyil.gov
Andy Schroeder
Chief Deputy
815-235-8317
aschroeder@stephensoncountyil.gov
Nick Pontnack
Jail Administrator
815-235-8254
npontnack@stephensoncountyil.gov
Stephenson County Sheriff's Office
15 N. Galena Ave.
Freeport, IL 61032
815-235-8252
Stephenson County Jail
1680 E. Singer Dr.
Freeport, IL 61032
815-235-8254
jail@stephensoncountyil.gov
Stephenson County Civil Process
15 N. Galena Ave.
Freeport, IL 61032
815-235-8253
Professional Associations