Carbon County Sheriff Department

Mission Statement:

“Our mission is to provide efficient, effective and professional public safety services to all citizens and visitors of Carbon County.”

Organizational Vision:

“In order to accomplish our mission, we will work effectively as a team with all other public safety and public service agencies in our county. Transparency, honesty, and accountability within our office will foster long-term, meaningful relationships with the communities and citizens we serve.” - Sheriff Alex Bakken


Sheriff Alex Bakken is the Sheriff for Carbon County, Wyoming.


Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP)

View the EEOP Short Form (PDF).

Civil Process Fees

Effective July 1st, 2011, our service fee will be $50.

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