Skip to main content
An official website of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Colorado Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. The official website of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is www.jeffcosheriffco.gov.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock (locked padlock icon) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Protecting Our Community

Crime Prevention

Crime prevention education and resources for Jefferson County residents.

Simple steps are often the best crime deterrents, and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to educating residents about how to prevent themselves from becoming crime victims.

Crime Prevention Deputies are assigned to educate the public on ways to prevent crime in neighborhoods.

Deputy Responsibilities

Crime Prevention Deputies focus on the following areas:

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
General crime prevention and personal safety tips
Identity theft
Safety and crime prevention for retail businesses
Safety in your place of worship
Safety tips for senior citizens

Crime Prevention Topics

Cheezo (Internet Safety)

Undercover officers protecting children from online predators. Over 920 arrests since 2005.

Elder Abuse

Reporting requirements, warning signs, and legal protections for at-risk adults.

Environmental Design

Make your home less attractive to burglars through lighting, landscaping, and locks.

Fireworks

Regulations, permissible and illegal fireworks, reporting, and safety tips.

Graffiti

How to report graffiti, property owner responsibilities, and removal contacts.

Missing Persons & Runaways

Filing reports, at-risk definitions, runaway guidance, and community resources.

Contact Crime Prevention

Phone

303-980-7300

Ask for Crime Prevention

Address

200 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80401