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- Sheriff's Office
- Crime Prevention Programs
Crime Prevention Programs
The Berrien County Sheriff's Office has a very active Crime Prevention Unit with a wide variety of programs for ALL audiences. The definition of crime prevention states that, "Crime prevention is a pattern of attitudes and behaviors directed at reducing the threat of crime and enhancing the sense of safety and security, to positively influence the quality of life in our society, and to develop environments where crime cannot flourish."
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Crime Stoppers
Have a tip about a crime? Contact Michigan Crime Stoppers.
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R.A.D. Self Defense
The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office is offering Women’s Self Defense classes through R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Systems.
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Project Lifesaver
The Berrien County Sheriff's Office is pleased to offer the residents of Berrien County Project Life Saver. The primary mission of Project Life Saver is to locate and rescue missing persons.
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STOPPED
The STOPPED notification feature makes parents aware of any potential problems and enables them to enforce rules they have set regarding teenage driving privileges.
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Neighborhood Watch
The Berrien County Sheriff's Office supports the concept of Neighborhood Watch.
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Vacation Home Checks
The Berrien County Sheriff's Office in cooperation with the Crime Prevention Unit and the Road Patrol are privileged to offer home checks for residents who may be out of town for an extended period of time.
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Programs for Schools & Kids
The Berrien County Sheriff's Office has several programs designed specifically for kids of all age groups.