SAFE AT HOME
Protecting and serving the citizens of our communities is of
the utmost importance to South Georgia law enforcement and fire
protection agencies. Few major metropolitan centers can compare
with the community services offered here. The area excels with
superior services and enhanced 911 systems that ensure quality
protection. The incidence of serious crime is well below other
state and national averages for cities of comparable size.
The Lowndes
County Sheriff’s Department is committed to the
safeguarding of the lives and property of citizens through the
operations of 5 divisions: patrol, jail Operations, Court Services,
Narcotics, and Criminal Investigations. Specialized services
include: DARE, ICE (Interstate Criminal Enforcement) and a K-9
Training Facility.
 The Valdosta
Police Department is state certified and Nationally
accredited, 1 of only 17 among 550 law enforcement agencies in
the state and ranks in the top 4 percent of law enforcement agencies
nationwide. As Valdosta continues to grow as a regional center,
the VPD continues to prepare and evolve into a regional response
law enforcement agency. Working closely with local, state and
national agencies, we have expanded our methods and practices,
and capabilities to stay informed, and to provide increased security
in the areas of drug enforcement and homeland security. VPD
was among seven agencies throughout the country to be named a
Flagship Agency at the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement
Agencies.
 The Valdosta
Fire Department is home to the new South Georgia
Regional Fire Academy Training Center. A Class 2 ISO rating saves
citizens money on insurance while serving the community with
the best in fire protection.
The Hahira
Police Department is an eight-person force and provides
professional 24-hour protection to homes and businesses in the
city. The department is fully equipped with state-of -the-art
modern equipment. In carrying out its responsibilities, the department
works closely with county, state and federal law enforcement
agencies. The Hahira Police Department is recognized
for a "No Tolerance" stance
on crime and for maintaining one of the lowest crime rates in
Lowndes County and the nation. The Hahira Police
Department operates under a community-oriented
policing philosophy and regularly patrols residential and business
districts, investigates criminal activities and enforces local
and state laws. Hahira's incidence of serious crime is far lower
than the state or national average for cities of comparable size.
 The Hahira
Fire Department is state certified with an ISO
Class Four insurance rating. A full time Fire Chief,
a part time assistant Chief and an 18-member team of volunteer
firefighters provide 24 hour a day fire service. The department
serves all city residents and businesses and has mutual aid agreements
with Lowndes County, Valdosta and Adel fire departments. Average
response time within the city limits is three and one half minutes.
Brooks
County Sheriff’s Department
The Quitman Police Department protects and
serves the community. Built in 1888, the station is located in
the old Opera house in historic downtown.
The Quitman-Brooks County Fire Department has
13 full-time city and 41 volunteer county personnel. Protection
provided 1/2 mile outside city limits.
Lanier
County Sheriff’s Department
The Lakeland-Lanier County Fire Department has
1 full-time and 20 volunteer personnel. Protection outside
city limits.
Lakeland
Police Department
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