The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office has always looked for ways to serve DeKalb County better — and today, we're excited to share two big steps in that direction: a brand-new website and a brand-new kind of deputy.

Welcome to Our New Home Online

Our new website was built from the ground up with one goal in mind: making it easier for residents to find what they need, when they need it. Whether you're looking up inmate information, checking on gun permits, or just want to learn more about our office, everything is now faster, cleaner, and easier to navigate.

We take our responsibility to the citizens of DeKalb County seriously — and that includes being accessible and transparent online. This site is a reflection of that commitment.

Introducing Digital Deputy

A new website is exciting enough. But we didn't stop there.

Built in partnership with Cloud Radix, a division of Button Block, LLC., the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office is proud to introduce Digital Deputy — an artificial intelligence assistant designed specifically for our office. Digital Deputy isn't just a chatbot. It's a first-of-its-kind AI team member, purpose-built to help the Sheriff's Office staff work smarter, communicate better, and serve the community more effectively.

Behind the scenes, Digital Deputy helps our team draft public communications, organize information, and keep the office running efficiently — freeing up our deputies and staff to focus on what matters most: keeping DeKalb County safe.

Reinventing How a Sheriff's Office Operates

Sheriff Brady Thomas has always believed that a well-run office is one that's willing to evolve. Bringing on Digital Deputy is part of a larger vision — one where technology and dedicated public servants work side by side to deliver better outcomes for the community.

Cloud Radix designed Digital Deputy with the unique needs of a Sheriff's Office in mind, building in the right guardrails, terminology, and tone to represent the office with professionalism and accuracy. This isn't a generic tool — it was made for us.

We believe this kind of innovation has the potential to change the way Sheriff's Offices across Indiana — and beyond — operate. DeKalb County is leading the way.

What This Means for You

For residents of DeKalb County, this means a Sheriff's Office that communicates more consistently, stays more up to date, and is easier to connect with than ever before. You'll see the results of this investment right here on our website — in our news posts, public safety updates, and community announcements.

We're proud of this step forward, and we're just getting started. Stay connected with us here at News & Updates, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions or feedback about the new site.

— DeKalb County Sheriff's Office