The Sheriff of Brunswick County is an elected official, serving a four year term, and serves as the chief law enforcement officer of the county. Brunswick County Sheriffs Office is compromised of four main division: Patrol, Civil Process, Corrections, and Communications. Patrol Division of Brunswick County Sheriffs Office provides law enforcement services to the countys residents and visitors. It serves the entire Brunswick County area, excluding the towns of Lawrenceville, Alberta, and Brodnax. Brunswick County is comprised of and area of 579 square miles with 714 miles of roadways, and has 18, 419 residents as of the 2000 census. Civil Process is a part of the Patrol Division. Civil Process Officers are responsible for serving and executing the various legal processes issued by the courts, attorneys, and citizens. Civil papers are served in an accurate and expeditious manner. Brunswick County Sheriffs Office serves an average of 675 monthly. Corrections Division of Brunswick County Sheriffs Office is responsible for the custody, control, and movement of inmates confined to Brunswick County Jail. The Corrections Division insures that inmates are kept secure and properly cared for. Court Security is also a function of the Corrections Division. The purpose of court security is to keep the public, the judges, and anyone entering the courtroom safe from any possible danger. This is accomplished by searching the facility as well as anyone entering the court building. Our Emergency 911 center handles all emergency and routine phone calls. Communications Officers assess the emergency, decide what type of help is needed, and dispatch the appropriate assistance immediately. E911 dispatch is a liaison between victim and help. Communications also enters information regarding wanted persons into the state and national criminal information networks.