• Sheriff Brian M. Chism

    Sheriff Brian M. Chism

    Welcome to the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office

    The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office believes in the dignity and worth of all people. It is the duty of our office to safeguard lives and property as well as to protect the innocent from becoming victims of deception and oppression while always respecting the people’s constitutional rights.

    As a nationally accredited law enforcement agency, we are dedicated to providing the safest environment and the highest level of service possible with the goal of improving the quality of life for all citizens of Brunswick County.

    Through innovative leadership and a partnership with those whom we serve, we are dedicated, capable and well prepared to enforce all laws, deter criminal activity, protect and serve the citizenry and maintain order.

Latest News & Highlights

BCSO Awarded National Accreditation by CALEA

The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office was awarded national accreditation on July 28, 2018 by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). BCSO is one of only six Sheriff’s Offices in the state of North Carolina to receive this award. Following a multi-year self-assessment phase and a meticulous … Read More

Sheriff Ingram Announces Anchor Initiative

On November 16, Sheriff John Ingram held a press conference to announce a new program offered by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office that has a simple mission: to save lives! We have an addiction epidemic plaguing not only our county and surrounding area, but nationwide.  One life lost to addiction … Read More