Putting Citizens First.
Serving the Community
Welcome to the Greene County Sheriffβs Office website! Sheriff Steven S. Smith has proudly served as Sheriff of Greene County since January 1, 2012. Under his leadership, the Greene County Sheriffβs Office has developed into an innovative law enforcement agency with the latest technology, education, and training. The office is constantly modernizing to stay up to date with the latest developments in law enforcement.
Sheriff Steven Smith continues his movement on βPutting Citizens Firstβ by implementing cost-effective programs beneficial to citizens; also, to identify what works and what doesnβt, to continually improve local law enforcement, criminal justice, and public safety.
The Greene County Sheriffβs Office is comprised of dedicated individuals sharing the vision of the Sheriff, and who perform as a team to accomplish set goals and objectives. We are a community policing agency and are very proactive, offering various community-based programs.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about how we serve Greene County, and how you can help us to serve you even better.
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The Greene County Sheriffβs Office sends our deepest prayers and condolences to the Martinsville City Sheriffβs Office following the passing of Sheriff Draper.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Sheriff Draper was Virginiaβs longest-serving sheriff, having faithfully served his community since being elected in 1993.
He was a true wealth of knowledge, a dedicated public servant, and someone whose commitment to the citizens he served will not be forgotten. His loss is deeply mourned, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and respected him.
We stand with the Martinsville City Sheriffβs Office and the entire Draper family during this difficult time. May they find comfort in the many lives he touched and the legacy of service he leaves behind.
Rest in peace, Sheriff Draper. Your service and dedication will never be forgotten. ππ
We know there has been a lot of discussion about our officeβs participation in the 287(g) program. As Sheriff, I was elected and sworn to protect our citizens first and foremost, and I will never waver in that commitment.
I am sworn to uphold the Constitution and the law, and that is exactly what I have done and will continue to do.
With regard to the 287(g) program and our cooperation with ICE, we will continue working to remove criminals like the individuals below from our streets. These men are just a few examples of people removed from our community through our cooperation with the 287(g) program.
MS-13, also known as Mara Salvatrucha, is a violent transnational criminal organization with a documented history of serious criminal activity, including murder, assault, kidnapping, extortion, drug trafficking, robbery, and obstruction of justice. Their criminal activity has impacted communities across the United States, including Virginia.
Our cooperation with our federal partners is about public safety and protecting the people of Greene County. I will continue working every day to make our community a safer place for all citizens.
-Sheriff Steven Smith
π’ Keeping Greene County Businesses Connected
Over the next couple of weeks, our deputies will be visiting local businesses to conduct Business Checks and update emergency contact information.
Keeping this information current helps ensure our deputies can respond quickly and effectively in the event of an emergency.
Would you like us to stop by? Message us or call 434-985-2222 and request a Business Update.
We look forward to meeting with our local business owners and employees!
Greene County, weβve got you. πππ
π July 2026 Monthly Stats
Take a look at some of the numbers from July. Thank you to our deputies and staff for their continued dedication to serving Greene County! ππ
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Tonight is the night!!! We canβt wait to see everyone at National Night Out, the fun starts at 5pm at Wal-Mart.
Today, we celebrate the retirement of Deputy Long and thank her for her years of dedicated service to our community.
From serving as a K-9 handler to making a lasting impact as a School Resource Officer, Deputy Long has exemplified professionalism, compassion, and commitment throughout her career. Her service has touched countless lives, and her legacy will continue for years to come.
Please join us in thanking Deputy Long for her unwavering dedication and wishing her a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement. Congratulations, and thank you for your service! ππ
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