Callaway County Sheriff’s Office

What Callaway County Sheriff’s Office does

Callaway County Sheriff's Office is a county-level law enforcement agency headquartered in Fulton, Missouri, serving the 842-square-mile unincorporated area of Callaway County with a population of 44,638. The office is the constitutionally designated Chief Law Enforcement Officer of the county, currently held by Sheriff Darryl Maylee (appointed June 2023, 32+ years of county service). Operations are organized across patrol, criminal investigations, jail, 911 communications, court process service, concealed carry permitting, sex offender registry management, K-9 unit, School Resource Officers, D.A.R.E. education, Crime Stoppers tip intake, and property/evidence management. Patrol coverage is 24/7 across major corridors including Interstate 70, US Highway 63, and US Highway 54, with shift structures led by day/night lieutenants, sergeants, and corporals.

The agency's service portfolio centers on statutory public-safety functions rather than commercial products. Core deliverables include 24/7 patrol response, jail operations (~80-100 average daily population, ~2,200 annual bookings), follow-up felony investigations (including specialized domestic-violence investigators), court process service (~3,000 documents annually), and CCW permit issuance ($89 new / $50 renewal, 5-year cycle). Technology consists of a conventional Ford fleet (Police Interceptor Utility, F150, Durango, one Transit jail van) operating with ~30,000 annual miles per vehicle and 150,000+ mile rotation thresholds, two dual-purpose K-9 teams (NAPWDA/MPCA certified) deployed hundreds of times, and standard digital channels including a public website, inmate roster portal, and email alert system. CALEA accreditation signals adherence to professional law enforcement standards and includes a public comment portal.

The revenue model is tax-funded public service, not commercial. Operating funds derive from Callaway County tax revenues and statutory fees. Fees include CCW permits ($89 / $50), process service ($40 base plus mileage at $0.725/mile in 2026, with $30 subpoenas and $50 eviction add-ons), and records requests ($25.29-$31.42 per hour, plus media costs). These fee streams are immaterial relative to the agency budget. The customer base comprises unincorporated county residents (primary), four partner school districts receiving SRO coverage, three municipal police departments receiving mutual aid (Fulton, Holts Summit, Auxvasse), and the 13th Circuit Court for process service and warrant management. No commercial revenue model, M&A activity, or external funding is involved.

Name

Callaway County Sheriff’s Office

Legal name

Callaway County Sheriff's Office

Website

https://callawaysheriff.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1820

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Callaway County Sheriff's Office is a tax-funded county law enforcement agency in Fulton, Missouri, providing 24/7 patrol, jail operations, criminal investigations, court process service, CCW permitting, sex offender registry, and School Resource Officer coverage across 842 square miles of unincorporated Callaway County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Law Enforcement Services

NAICS

Police Protection (92212), Correctional Institutions (922140)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Correctional Facility Operations (Prisons & Jails) (BPAKANAA)

Keywords

• Law enforcement services
• County sheriff patrol
• Jail detention services
• Criminal investigations
• Court process service

Headquarters

HQ city

Fulton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Tax Funding: Funded through county tax revenues as the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated Callaway County. No commercial revenue model.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Callaway County Sheriff's Office delivers 24/7 law enforcement patrol, county jail operations handling approximately 2,200 bookings annually, criminal investigations, and 911 communications dispatch across unincorporated Callaway County, Missouri. It also administers statutory services including concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit issuance, sex offender registry management for 150+ offenders, court process service (~3,000 documents annually), School Resource Officer programs across four districts, K-9 narcotics detection, D.A.R.E. education, and Crime Stoppers anonymous tip intake.

Product overview

The Callaway County Sheriff's Office operates as a traditional law enforcement agency providing a comprehensive suite of public safety services to unincorporated Callaway County, Missouri. The core service portfolio includes 24/7 patrol operations, county jail management (handling approximately 2,200 bookings annually), criminal investigations, 911 communications, and court process service. These foundational services are supplemented by specialized programs including a K-9 unit for narcotics detection and tracking, School Resource Officers deployed across four school districts, a D.A.R.E. education program, and a Crime Stoppers anonymous tip system. The agency also administers statutory functions including concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit issuance, sex offender registry maintenance, and property/evidence management. An online inmate roster portal provides public access to current and released inmate information. The various services function as integrated components of a unified law enforcement operation rather than standalone products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Patrol Division Services 24/7 uniformed law enforcement patrol services throughout unincorporated Callaway County, responding to emergencies, traffic stops, and calls for service across 842 square miles, including Interstate 70, US Highway 63, and US Highway 54.
• Callaway County Jail Operations County jail facility managing intake, detention, and release of approximately 2,200 arrested subjects annually with an average daily population of 80-100 inmates; provides medical, commissary, visitation, and work release programs.
• Criminal Investigations Division Follow-up investigations on felony offenses including death investigations, sexual assault, burglary, stealing, property damage, drug violations, and domestic violence, with specialized domestic violence investigators.
• 911 Communications Center Emergency communications dispatch services handling 911 calls and coordinating law enforcement response throughout Callaway County.
• Court Process Service Service of civil and criminal court documents including summonses, subpoenas, and evictions, serving approximately 3,000 documents annually at $40 per service plus mileage.
• Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) Permits Processing and issuance of concealed carry permits for Callaway County residents, including renewals and instructor certification verification at $89 new / $50 renewal with 5-year validity.
• Sex Offender Registry Registration and public disclosure of over 150 convicted sex offenders residing in Callaway County as required by Missouri law.
• School Resource Officers Sworn deputies assigned to partner school districts (North Callaway R-I, South Callaway R-II, New Bloomfield R-III, Jefferson City) providing law enforcement presence, D.A.R.E. education, and student safety.
• Crime Stoppers Program Anonymous tip reporting system allowing citizens to submit crime information by phone (573-592-2474) or online form without identification.
• Property and Evidence Management Chain of custody management for evidence and personal property associated with criminal investigations.
• K-9 Unit Two dual-purpose K-9 teams (K9 Maverick and K9 Tajfun; K9 Iro and K9 Krieger also cited) certified through NAPWDA and MPCA, trained in narcotics detection, tracking, suspect apprehension, and handler protection.
• D.A.R.E. Program Drug Abuse Resistance Education curriculum taught by School Resource Officers in local schools to help children develop skills to avoid drug involvement, gangs, and violence.
• Domestic Violence Victim Assistance Partnership with Coalition Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) providing 24/7 confidential services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
• Records and Inmate Bonding Record keeping services including records requests, warrant searches via Missouri Case Net, and inmate bonding coordination, with hourly research rates and per-unit duplication fees.
• Inmate Roster and Visitation Online portal displaying current inmates, released inmates, booking information, charges, and visitation scheduling.
• Alert Notification System Email-based alert subscription system allowing citizens to receive notifications about new website content including press releases and announcements.
• Watch In Passing Program Vacation security monitoring service for county residents whereby deputies conduct periodic checks on properties during absences.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90.86% solve rate on firearm-related crimes (28 incidents)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fulton Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2024Collaboration in investigation of Daniel Overstreet child sexual assault case. Combined investigation by Fulton Police Department and Callaway County Sheriff's Office led to 160-year sentence. Joint multi-disciplinary team approach.
• MUSTANG Drug Task ForcecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Callaway County Sheriff's Office has one investigator dedicated to the MUSTANG Drug Task Force. The drug investigator conducts felony drug investigations throughout the county and participates in regional task force operations targeting methamphetamine and heroin/fentanyl trafficking.
• North Callaway School District R-IcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for School Resource Officer program. Deputy Jon Bradley serves as SRO providing school safety, D.A.R.E. education, and student resource support to North Callaway Thunderbirds schools.
• South Callaway School District R-IIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for School Resource Officer program. Deputy Cody Vandelicht serves as SRO providing school safety, D.A.R.E. education, and student resource support to South Callaway Bulldogs schools.
• New Bloomfield School District R-IIIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for School Resource Officer program. Deputy John Nielsen serves as SRO providing school safety, D.A.R.E. education, and student resource support to New Bloomfield Wildcats schools.
• Jefferson City School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for School Resource Officer program. Deputy Celeste Sermeno serves as SRO providing school safety, D.A.R.E. education, and student resource support to Jefferson City schools (Callaway Hills and North School).
• Coalition Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with CARDV providing 24/7 confidential services to victims of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking. The Sheriff's Office refers victims to CARDV for support services including orders of protection assistance and danger assessment tools.
• Missouri Children's DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in multi-disciplinary team investigating child sexual abuse cases. Contributed to successful prosecution in Daniel Overstreet case alongside Fulton Police Department, Sheriff's Office, The Rainbow House, and MU Healthcare.
• The Rainbow House (Children's Advocacy Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in multi-disciplinary team investigating child sexual abuse cases. Contributed to successful prosecution in Daniel Overstreet case alongside Fulton Police Department, Sheriff's Office, Missouri Children's Division, and MU Healthcare.
• MU HealthcarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in multi-disciplinary team investigating child sexual abuse cases. Contributed to successful prosecution in Daniel Overstreet case alongside Fulton Police Department, Sheriff's Office, Missouri Children's Division, and The Rainbow House.
• Missouri Department of RevenueminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPer Missouri law (effective 8/28/2013), the Missouri Department of Revenue no longer issues concealed carry permits. The Sheriff's Office handles CCW permitting locally.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camden County Sheriff's Office (Missouri): Missouri county sheriff's office providing patrol, jail, and investigations. Comparable structure including K-9 units and SRO programs.
• Audrain County Sheriff's Office (Missouri): Rural mid-Missouri county sheriff's office with a small commissioned staff and jail operations. Comparable in scale, jurisdiction, and service portfolio to Callaway County.
• Pulaski County Sheriff's Office (Missouri): Mid-Missouri county sheriff's office running patrol, detention, and criminal investigations. Operationally similar in scale and statutory mandate.
• Boone County Sheriff's Office (Missouri): A neighboring mid-Missouri county sheriff's office serving a comparably sized population with patrol, jail operations, investigations, and process service. Highly analogous operating model, division structure, and statutory authority.
• Cole County Sheriff's Office (Missouri): Adjacent county sheriff's office in central Missouri providing the same suite of patrol, detention, and court process services. Direct geographic and operational peer with overlapping mutual-aid responsibilities.

Regional players

• Fulton Police Department (Missouri): Municipal police department within Callaway County that receives mutual aid from the Sheriff's Office and jointly conducted major investigations with it. Comparable law-enforcement mission at city scale.
• Jefferson City Police Department (Missouri): Nearby municipal police department that partners with the Sheriff's Office on SRO coverage and shared regional enforcement. Operationally aligned law enforcement services within the same metro region.

Broad incumbents

• Missouri State Highway Patrol: State-level law enforcement agency that coordinates with county sheriffs across Missouri and compiles statewide crime statistics referenced in Callaway County's published metrics. Broader scope but adjacent enforcement mission.

Others

• Missouri Sheriffs' Association: Statewide association that provides training, accreditation support, and policy advocacy for Missouri county sheriffs including Callaway County. Enabling/ecosystem peer supporting best-practice adoption.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CallawayCountySO

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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M&A

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