Operations Division

The Operations Division of the Christian County Sheriff’s Office is comprised of five divisions that help our office serve the citizens of Christian County.

Criminal Investigations Division:  Our Criminal Investigations Division investigates more complex criminal cases to present to the prosecutor.

Campus Security: The Campus Security Division is tasked with providing safety and security of the Christian County Government Campus.

M.U.L.E.S.: The M.U.L.E.S. Division is responsible for operating the Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System, processing and entering of warrants, orders of protection, stolen property, missing persons, and interacting with the courts, jail, and other agencies. 

Training Unit: The Training Unit coordinates, develops and conducts training programs for the Sheriff’s Office. This includes new deputy in-house training and in-service training. The Training Unit conducts and/or coordinates training in the areas of firearms, physical fitness, self-defense, deputy survival, interpersonal skills, legal issues, defensive driving, pursuit driving and current law enforcement topics.

Citizens on Patrol: C.O.P. members are community volunteers who are trained by and work with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office to assist in fostering strong community relations by strengthening law enforcement and the citizens of Christian County.

Captain Mark LaRose oversees the Operations Division daily operations. To contact Captain LaRose, please call (417) 582-5349 or email here.