The Sheriff's Office acts as a primary law enforcer in all areas not specifically covered by their own peace officers. The Sheriff's Officet acts in a supportive capacity in areas where there are not full time law enforcement.
The custody and management of the County Jail is still another aspect of the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. Its administration and operation is the function of the Sheriff and his subordinate deputies.
Traffic Department
The Dodge County Police originated in 1924 with a two-man force. They patrolled the highways on motorcycles, and were hired during the summer months only from April 15th to November 15th. The purpose for this patrol was to enforce motor vehicle traffic regulations. In 1929, the officers worked 12 months out of the year using their private cars during inclement weather. They patrolled from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. After 1936, the county police discontinued using motorcycles due to the accidental deaths of three officers.
In 1938, the Dodge County Police equipped their cars with police radios, and 1949 was the beginning of 24 hour service, patrolling the county-owned squads.
Jail
Direct responsibility for the administration of the jail is the responsibility of one Jail Sergeant who acts under the direction of the Sheriff and the Chief Deputy. A total of five hailers man the jail 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
One full time cook and one part time cook administer to the nutritional needs of the inmates. Menus and meal planning for the inmates are the responsibility of the Sheriff. To assure high standards of quality, the menus must be approved by the State Jail Inspector, the Sheriff, and the District Attorneys Committee.
