Dial 911 for all emergencies.

Court Security

The Christian County Sheriff’s Office has three Court Security Officers, responsible for protecting the Christian County Courthouse. Their duties include screening visitors who enter the building to detect weapons or illegal contraband, as well as searching packages or other containers entering the court building. Court Security Officers also secure the halls, offices, and courtrooms. Officers provide personal protection for judges, elected officials, attorneys, county employees, and all other personnel within the building. These officers are trained in various aspects of security and law enforcement, crowd control, and arrest and apprehension techniques. In addition, Court Security Officers are responsible for securing and transporting inmates between the Christian County Jail and court as necessary.

Christian County Sheriff Bruce A. Kettelkamp

Christian County Sheriff

Bruce A. Kettelkamp

Christian County Sheriff’s Office

301 W Franklin St
Taylorville, IL 62568

Non-Emergency:  (217) 824-4961


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