Sheriff’s office resumes some non-emergency services

Nearly five months after it rolled back non-emergency business at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office announced it will resume some services on a limited basis.

The office stated in an Aug. 17 press release that it will begin conducting fingerprint background checks and VIN inspections. Deputies will also start issuing concealed weapons permits and renewals.

According to the release, the office is still suspending jail visitation as well as the 24/7 alcohol-screening program and drug patches.

Detention center personnel are not accepting money for inmates at the sheriff’s office lobby. Checks or money orders addressed to the inmate and the detention center can instead be mailed to 512 California Ave.

Officers are maintaining a limited approach to misdemeanor arrests and warrants. Unless misdemeanor offenses require immediate arrest for public safety, deputies will only issue citations.

According to the release, the office is still working with the county health department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stop the spread of the virus.