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OSSA's mission statement
Our Mission
 The mission of the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association is to promote, protect, preserve, enhance and support the office of Sheriff as conservator of the peace in providing public safety services to the citizens of Oregon.


What Oregon Sheriffs Do:
  • Respond to citizens in need
  • Enforce Oregon's laws
  • Operate County Jails
  • Process and Serve Civil Documents
  • Investigate Crime
  • Manage 18 of Oregon's Parole and Probation Offices
  • Provide Search and Rescue Services
  • Provide Court Security
Join Now!

Join your Sheriff
in the fight against crime
by becoming an OSSA member today.

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Larry Blanton
 Message from OSSA President,
Gilliam County Sheriff Larry Blanton

 It is with great pride that I serve as the 83rd elected President of the Oregon Stat e Sheriffs' Association (OSSA). Read more.

Holly Russell
 Message from OSSA Executive Director,
Holly Russell

 Happy 2012 Honorary and Business Members! OSSA thanks you for your continued support of Oregon's 36 Sheriffs and their staff, and we want to assure you that your generous contributions will continue to provide the most up-to-date training, programs and services to your local Sheriff's Office personnel. Read more.

John Bishop
 Featured Sheriff:
Sheriff John Bishop, Curry County

 Sheriff John Bishop has exhibited strong leadership and driven selfless service during his term as Sheriff. This is especially true during the past year. Read more.
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Donations to OSSA
a 501(c)(3) organization,
are tax-deductible.
OSSA never conducts telephone membership or donation solicitation.

Featured Article:
2011 OSSA Annual Conference


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Sheriffs a single, effective voice.


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