Sheriff

The county's principal peace officer is the Harrison County Sheriff, who is elected every four years. The Sheriff and Sheriff's Deputies are the police force for residents

of the unincorporated areas of the county, and by contract, provide law enforcement for the cities of Little Sioux, Magnolia, Modale, Mondamin, Persia, and Pisgah.

The Sheriff's Office handles all routine and emergency calls for these areas, and regularly patrols all areas of the county. The Sheriff's Office also issues permits to purchase and carry firearms (See Gun Permit FAQs Under Gun Permit information Section); provides security for special events in the county, like the 4-H Fair; and houses the Harrison County Jail.

Gun Permit Information March 25, 2021

By: Harrison County Sheriff's Office

The Harrison County Sheriff's Office is doing new applications and renewal applications by mail or walk-in (no appointment necessary).

Please visit the State of IA Weapons Permit page at weapons-permit to acquire the proper forms.

1. Must include completed application for: NEW permit to carry; RENEWAL permit to carry and ACQUIRE permit

2. Must include copy of the certificate of completion of training(for NEW carry permits)

3. Must include a COLOR copy of photo ID/DRIVER’S LICENSE with correct Harrison County address

4. Must include payment: cash or check $50.00 for new permit $25.00 for renewal $25.00 for acquire permit

Mail to:

Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Weapon Permit Section 111 South 1st Avenue Logan, Iowa 51546 Any questions please call the Sheriff’s Office

712-600-9774 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM M-F

Please allow up to 2 weeks for issuance. Permit will be mailed to the applicant

from the Department of Public Safety

Gun Permit FAQs

Q: What does a person need to get a Permit to Acquire a Handgun?

A: You will need the following:

Valid ID issued from the Iowa Department of Transportation with a current address

Completed application

There is a $25 fee for a Permit to Acquire. Make checks payable to the Harrison County Sheriff Office.

NOTE:

Any person who has been convicted of a felony or domestic violence

(or misdemeanor crime resulting from domestic violence) WILL NOT be issued

a Permit to Acquire.

Q: What does a person need to get a Permit to Carry a Concealed Weapon

(Non-Professional or Professional)?

A: You will need the following:

Valid ID issued from the Iowa Department of Transportation with a current address

Completed application

Completing the above tasks will enroll an individual to attend a weapons class. After a successful complete of the class, the individual must then pay for the permit, which is an additional $50.00 cash charge. The cost to renew the permit thereafter is $25.00 cash. The permit is issued for 5 years.

Q: Does an individual need to register their handguns in the state of Iowa?

A: No. Keep the paperwork (bill of sale) if you buy/sell from an individual.

Before the Harrison County Sheriff's Office will serve any civil process, Directions to the Sheriff must be received, along with the documents you want served.

The Harrison County Sheriff's Office is mandated by the Code of Iowa to charge fees for service of civil documents. The Harrison County Sheriff's Office can refuse to serve most civil documents without the payment of advanced fees.

Persons in good standing and certain pre-approved companies may be billed for the service fees (listed below). All others may be requested to pay advanced fees.

The type of paper served and the location for service determines the amount of service fee required.

Pursuant to the Iowa Court Rules (Rules of Civil Procedure) after serving a document with a court case number, the Return of Service will be sent to the appropriate Clerk of Court unless requested differently.

If no case number is indicated, the Return of Service will be sent to the person or firm who requested the service.

Civil Paper Service Fee List

The following is a guide for the amount of Mileage fees required to serve a typical document near the community listed below:

All documents served will have the mileage added. Please be aware the mileage fee is an estimate and can be more than the amount listed.

Additional Fees

MORE THAN 1 PERSON TO SERVE AT SAME ADDRESS:

fee is indicated above, plus $20.00 for each additional person served.

MORE THAN 1 PERSON TO SERVE AT DIFFERENT ADDRESSES:

fee is indicated above for each address.

GARNISHMENTS:

The fee for serving garnishments is $90.00 plus mileage. The service and mileage fee will be added to the amount of the judgment to be garnished.

If you have the Sheriff garnish a bank, most banks require (besides the defendant's name) another identifier such as a social security number or an account number. If you do not have an additional identifier, the Sheriff will still serve the garnishment, but your chances of receiving any funds on the garnishment are reduced dramatically.

In Iowa, garnishments expire in 120 days. After expiration, any funds received

will be sent to the appropriate Clerk of Court. Federal and State laws determine the maximum amount, if any, which can be garnished from a defendant's paycheck and annually.

Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Visitation

Visitor Identification
• ID Requirements: All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's license, state ID, passport, military ID).
• Search Procedure: Visitors are subject to searches (metal detectors, pat-downs, visual inspections). Refusal to be searched or appearing under the influence of drugs/alcohol will result in denial of entry.

Visitor Conduct and Clothing
• Visitor attire must be conservative in appearance. All clothing shall be clean, worn in good repair, be non‐offensive, and within the bounds of common decency.

Skirts and shorts must be mid‐thigh in length or longer. Sleeveless shirts are permitted; however, tank tops, halter tops or spaghetti straps are prohibited
• Outerwear: Coats, hats, gloves, and sunglasses may need to be removed. Medical exceptions for sunglasses require a valid prescription.
• Behavior: Visitors must follow staff instructions. Disruptive behavior will lead to termination of the
visit.

Minors
• Restrictions: Visitors under 18 years of age must have a court order to visit and cannot wait in the lobby without adult supervision.

Scheduling Visits
• Advance Notice: Visits must be scheduled at least 2 hours in advance by calling 712-600-9776.
• Visitation Days:
o Male Inmates: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
o Female Inmates: Wednesdays and Sundays. 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
• Punctuality: Arrive on time; visitors more than 15 minutes late will be denied entry.
• Frequency: Each person may visit only once per calendar week. Sunday –

• Confirmation: Visits may be canceled or denied due to staffing or operational issues—confirm visits in advance.

Visit Duration and Eligibility
• Duration: Visits are limited to 30 minutes.
• Eligibility: Individuals incarcerated at this facility within the last 30 days are not eligible to visit.

Prohibited Items
• Prohibited items in visitation include phones, cameras, recording devices, purses, bags, cups, and backpacks. Observing any prohibited item will result in immediate termination of the visit. No cell phone use. Please keep cell phones on your person during the visit or locked in your car.

Consequences and Enforcement
• Noncompliance: Noncompliance or disruptive behavior may result in immediate visit termination and a 30-day ban on future visits.
• Safety and Security: Compliance with these rules is mandatory to ensure safety and security.

Not every scenario can be covered in this brief outline of rules. For specific circumstances or to address unique situations, it's best to contact jail administration directly. They can provide detailed information and guidance. You can reach out to them by calling the provided contact number, 712-600-9776, for further assistance.

On or after July1, 1995, an individual who has been convicted or adjudicated of

a criminal offense against a minor, sexual exploitation, or a sexually violent crime or who was on probation, parole, or work release status, or who was incarcerated on or after July 1, 1995 is required to register.

Registration does include individuals that have received a deferred sentence or deferred judgments and can include convictions from other jurisdictions such

as other states and/or federal convictions.

The following information is provided from the Iowa Sex Offender Registry to the public pursuant to Iowa Code chapter 692A.

The purpose of this information is to allow members of the public a means to protect themselves from individuals who have committed an offense that requires registration on the Sex Offender Registry.

If you see information on our web site that is wrong about an offender, please notify the Harrison County Sheriff's Office at 712-600-9774

Any member of the public must contact a sheriff's office or a police department in writing to request information regarding other persons required to register, regardless of the date of registration.

As part of the 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act the United States Congress passed the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offenders Registration Act, which bears the name of an 11-year old boy who was abducted at gunpoint and never seen again. The Act set forth guidelines for states to establish sex offender registry programs.In 1996 the Wetterling Act was amended by Megan's Law, which requires states to release relevant information about registered sex offenders to protect the public. This law bears the name of Megan Kanka, a seven year old girl who was sexually molested and murdered by a convicted sex offender after being invited into his home to play with his new puppy.