LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – To address this issue of staffing and response times, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with LexisNexis Solutions to provide an online reporting system.
Officials said this new system will allow the public to file reports online and print copies without waiting hours or days for a deputy to respond.
In order to provide a timely response to pressing public safety demands, without sacrificing officer safety, the sheriff’s office said the following types of reports with no identifiable suspects will only be accepted through the online reporting system: misdemeanor thefts, forgeries, lost property, vandalisms, vehicle burglaries and civil complaints.
The online reporting system can be accessed from a home computer or smartphone at http://www.lakesheriff.com/Services/report.htm.
Computer access is also available in the lobby of the sheriff’s office, 1220 Martin St. in Lakeport.
The sheriff’s office reported that it is actively recruiting for deputy sheriff and correctional officer positions. The process has been slow due to pay and benefit disparities with neighboring counties, low applicant pools and the rigorous hiring process an applicant must go through prior to being selected.
“We ask the public’s patience and understanding if you call on us for service. We remain committed to serving and protecting our community to the best of our ability with the resources we have,” the sheriff’s office said in a written statement.
Officials said the public can help by staying connected for important news and information from the Sheriff’s Office and by being aware of community developments.
“As always, we ask that you take common sense precautions to avoid becoming a victim of criminal activity,” the sheriff’s office said.