Community Relations
March 5, 2018
Billingsley Senior Center
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office visited with the Billingsley Senior Center on March 5, 2018. Sheriff Sedinger talked about the history of the Sheriff's Office and gave an update on the happenings of the office. He also spoke about scams that are going around and advised everyone, if you have to pay for a gift...it is not a gift and it is a scam. We enjoy our visits to the Autauga County Senior Centers.
February 26, 2018
Marbury Senior Center
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office visited with the Marbury Senior Center on February 26, 2018. Sheriff Sedinger talked about the history of the Sheriff's Office and gave an update on the happenings of the office. He also spoke about scams that are going around and advised everyone, if you have to pay for a gift...it is not a gift and it is a scam. We enjoy our visits to the Autauga County Senior Centers.
February 21, 2018
Mt. Sinai Senior Center
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office visited the Mt. Sinai Senior Center on February 21, 2018. Sheriff Sedinger spoke to the citizens on the role of the Sheriff and the responsibilities of the Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Sedinger also spoke on scams like "You have Won a Prize", IRS scams, and Grandchildren scams, and the importance of protecting your identity. He answered several questions from the crowd.
February 13, 2018
Congratulations to Deputy Perry Rogers for graduating from the Montgomery Police Academy today. Deputy Rogers was also elected as the 2017-3 Class Chaplin. Congratulations Deputy Rogers on a job well done. Welcome to the force!
February 6, 2018
Autaugaville Senior Center
The Autauga County Sheriff Office visited the Autaugaville Senior Center on February 6, 2018. Sheriff Joe Sedinger spoke to the citizens on the role of the Sheriff and the responsibilities of the Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Sedinger also spoke on scams like "You have Won a Prize", IRS scams, and Grandchildren scams, and the importance of protecting your identity. He answered several questions from the crowd.
January 31, 2018
Smoke Detector Installation
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office has teamed up with the Alabama State Fire Marshall’s Office to install smoke detectors in homes of Senior Citizens. Each house will get up to 5 smoke detectors. The seniors selected are attendees of one of the Autauga County Senior Centers. Pictured installing a smoke detector on County Road 21N are Chuck Gorey with the Fire Marshall’s Office, Sheriff Joe Sedinger and Deputy James Fuller.
January 31, 2018
Central Alabama CrimeStopper of the Year
Congratulations to Investigator Steven Geon for being named Autauga County Sheriff's Office Crime Stopper of the Year for 2017. Investigator Geon received the award for the following reason. In April 2017 Investigator Geon took a report of a 9 year old girl who has been sexually abused by her biological father. Investigator Geon during his investigation obtained a confession from the offender. Geon charged the offender with 2 counts of Rape 1st degree and Sodomy 1st degree, and the offender was sentenced to Life. Congratulations again to Investigator Steven Geon for saving a child from further abuse. Award well deserved!
January 27, 2018
Prattville Mardi Gras Parade
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December 21, 2017
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office provided 10 families from Autauga County with Christmas Dinner. This is the second year the Sheriff’s Office has collected money from the employees and have been able to purchase items for the meals. The meal consisted of cake mix, frosting, corn, green beans, cranberry sauce, rolls, mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac and cheese, bottled water, and a turkey. Sheriff Sedinger stated that it was important to give back to the community that we serve. He also thanked Warrants Clerk Ngozi Slater for coordinating the event. All families were very appreciative, and many shed tears of happiness as they thanked the Sheriff and Mrs. Slater for the meal. This gift was an answered prayer one lady stated.
Merry Christmas from the Autauga County Sheriff’s Office!
November 16, 2017
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office giving a presentation on Church Security to 9 local churches. Sheriff Sedinger and Lt. Campbell gave the presentation. This presentation was requested by several local pastors following the church shooting in Texas a few weeks ago. We are glad to assist our local pastors and churches as needed.
November 2, 2017
Sheriff Sedinger's Pie in the Face
To help raise money for the Autauga County Relay for Life's Real Men Wear Pink Campaign, the Sheriff decided to take a pie to the face, or should we say several pies to the face. Some of the participants were easy going, while others took full advantage. It is all in fun and for a good cause. All funds raised go to support cancer research and Breast Cancer Awareness.
We would also like to give a big Thank You to Fox's Pizza for donating the pizzas for everyone to enjoy after the event.
We would like to Thank Everyone for supporting the Autauga County Sheriff's Office!
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October 31, 2017
2nd Annual Truck - A - Treat
Had a great time at the 2nd Annual Truck-A-Treat held at PFD Fire Station 3 this evening. So many cute costumes that stopped by to see Lt. Adams in the Humvee and Sheriff Sedinger in the Pink Car.
October 18, 2017
Exchange Club Officer of the Year
Congratulations to Animal Control Officer Josh Averette for receiving the Prattville Exchange Club's Officer of the Year Award. Congratulations to PFD Capt. Johnson and PPD Officer Thornell who also received an award.
October 17, 2017
Congratulations to Deputy Jabari Agee and Deputy Ryan Holena for graduating from the Montgomery Police Academy yesterday! You both are a great addition to the Sheriff's Office staff!
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October 10-14, 2017
Autauga County Fair
For additional photos, please visit the Autauga County Sheriff's Office on Facebook.
October 3, 2017
National Night Out
We had a great time at National Night Out tonight in the Target shopping center. Thank you to all who came out to attend. Also a Huge Thank You to the employees and their families who came out to help. Thank you Prattville Police Dept for organizing another successful National Night Out event.
September 14, 2017
Town Hall Meeting - Billingsley Community Center
There was a Town Hall Meeting held at the Billingsley Community Center on September 14, 2017. About 20 residents from the area were in attendance. This was the last town hall meeting of the year. There were hot dogs, chips and drinks served to all that attended. We would like to thank all the speakers who came out and spoke with the residents: District Court Judge Joy Booth, Revenue Commissioner Kathy Evans, Circuit Court Judge Bill Lewis, District 88 Representative Paul Beckman, District 3 Commissioner Van Smith, Circuit Clerk Debra Hill, Probate Judge AL Booth, and Sheriff Joe Sedinger. The meeting was held to inform the citizens of what all the offices do and services offered. There was a time after each speaker for the public to ask questions or voice concerns.
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September 4, 2017
Prattville Service League Labor Day BBQ
McGruff the Crime Dog made a visit to the Service League BBQ at Pratt Park today. We would like to thank the Prattville Service League for their support of the McGruff the Crime Dog Campaign.
August 28, 2017
Town Hall Meeting - Autaugaville Fire Department
A Town Hall Meeting was held in Autaugaville on Monday, August 28, 2017. About 40 local residents were in attendance to hear from their local and state officials. The speakers for the event were: District Court Judge Joy Booth, Autaugaville Mayor Curtis Stoudemire, Sheriff Joe Sedinger, District 88 Representative Paul Beckman, District 2 Commissioner John Thrailkill, Circuit Clerk Deb Hill, Secretary of State John Merrill, Circuit Court Judge Bill Lewis, Probate Judge Al Booth and Asst. Coroner Don Carroll. Each Speaker explained what their departments did for the citizens of Autauga County and answered questions from the attendees. We would like to thank the Autaugaville Fire Department for allowing us to use their meeting room to hold the Town Hall Meeting.
The last Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept 14, 2017 at the Community Center in Billingsley.
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August 14, 2017
Town Hall Meeting - Marbury High School
There was a Town Hall Meeting held at the Marbury High School on August 14, 2017. About 15 residents from the area were in attendance. There were hot dogs, chips and drinks served to all that attended. We would like to thank all the speakers who came out and spoke with the residents: Secretary of State John Merrill, Circuit Court Judge Bill Lewis, Autauga County Coroner Buster Barber, District 88 Representative Paul Beckman, District 30 Senator Clyde Chambliss, District 4 Commissioner Jay Thompson, Circuit Clerk Debra Hill, Probate Judge AL Booth, and Sheriff Joe Sedinger. The meeting was held to inform the citizens of what all the offices do and services offered. There was a time after each speaker for the public to ask questions or voice concerns. The next Town Hall Meeting will be held at the Autaugaville Fire Department on August 28, 2017 beginning at 6pm.
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July 17, 2017
Town Hall Meeting - Jones Community Center
There was a Town Hall Meeting held at the Jones Community Center on July 17, 2017. About 35 residents from the area were in attendance. There were hot dogs, chips and drinks served to all that attended. We would like to thank the ladies of the Jones Community who provided desserts and tea for everyone. We would like to thank all the speakers who came out and spoke with the residents: Secretary of State John Merrill, Circuit Court Judge Bill Lewis, District Court Judge Joy Booth, District 88 Representative Paul Beckman, Circuit Clerk Debra Hill, Probate Judge AL Booth, Revenue Commissioner Kathy Evans and Sheriff Joe Sedinger. The meeting was held to inform the citizens of what all the offices do and services offered. There was a time after each speaker for the public to ask questions or voice concerns. The next Town Hall Meeting will be held at the Marbury High School Cafeteria on August 14, 2017 beginning at 6pm.
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June 13, 2017
Town Hall Meeting - Vida Community Center
There was a Town Hall Meeting held at the Vida Community Center on June 13, 2017. About 25 residents from the area were in attendance. There were hot dogs, chips and drinks served to all that attended. The residents heard from the Sheriff's Office, Revenue Office, Circuit Clerk's Office, Probate Judge, Circuit Court Judge, and House Representatives from District 42 and 88. The meeting was held to inform the citizens of what all the offices do and services offered. There was a time after each speaker for the public to ask questions or voice concerns. There will be other Town Hall Meetings held throughout Autauga County in the coming months.
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May 19, 2017
Fallen Officer Memorial - Autauga County Courthouse
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May 13, 2017
Prattville City Fest/Dunk A Deputy/Cop
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office was hard at work during the Prattville City Fest. They had a booth set up and handed out information to the citizens who stopped by to visit, along with the visits made by Eddie Eagle and McGruff the Crime Dog. The Sheriff's Office also worked with the Prattville Police Department to man a dunking booth to raise funds for the Central Alabama CrimeStoppers.
We would like to thank the Sponsors for the funds for the dunking booth: Law Office of Bradley Eckdahl; Moon and Melvin LLC; The Law Office of Rob Riddle; the Prattville Chamber of Commerce; the Autauga County Commission and Pepsi.
Sedinger Sedinger would like to thank the following employees and family members for helping with the booths: Chief David Hill; Captain Tom Allen; Captain Larry Nixon; Lt. Steve Campbell; Lt. Steve Adams; Sgt. Jeff Bert;Deputy George Brooks; Deputy Justin Mims; Deputy James Fuller; Circuit Clerk Deb Hill; Leona Sedinger, Marsha Causey; Isaiah Causey; Barbara Rhodes; Scarlett McGowin; Amanda Grablin; Christy Sedinger; and Linda Nixon.
More pictures are posted on the ASCO Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/autaugasheriff/.
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May 9, 2017
Sheriff Joe Sedinger invited all the County Employees and Courthouse Staff to have Lunch with the Sheriff. This was an appreciation lunch for all the employees as a thank you for supporting the Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office works daily with these departments.
Lunch consisted of hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad, mac & cheese, chips, desert and drinks. We would like to thank Merchant Food for the utensil kits, Buffalo Rock for the drinks, Arnold's Bread for the buns, and Stacey Williams for the chips. Most of all we would like to thank Sheriff Sedinger for providing the meal.
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May 5, 2017
Sheriff Joe Sedinger and Chief Deputy David Hill attended the Alabama State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service that was held at the State Capital on May 5, 2017. Guest speakers included the AL FOP President Wesley Knapp, Governor Kay Ivey and Attorney General Steven Marshall. Law Enforcement Representatives from all over the State were in attendance.
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April 24, 2017
Sheriff Joe Sedinger, Lt. Steve Adams and Lt. Steve Campbell attended the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Child Protect on April 24, 2017. They have a great kid friendly office. Sheriff Sedinger and Circuit Clerk Deb Hill had fun with the kinetic sand box at the facility.
Child Protect opened a satellite office in Prattville. The main office is located in Montgomery. The Sheriff's Office works with Child Protect anytime there is a child involved in a form of abuse. The Child Protect Children's Advocacy Center offers a non-threatening environment where a multidisciplinary team works together to minimize any further trauma during the justice and restoration process. Having an office in Prattville helps lesson the impact on the children and families. Child Protect also offers counseling to help the child recover from the abuse. For more information on Child Protect please visit their website: http://www.childprotect.org/
April 7, 2017
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office participated with Law Day for many 2nd graders from Autauga County public and private schools. The kids are greeted by Sheriff Sedinger and escorted to the Courtroom to watch the mock trial between Mr. Pig and the Big Bad Wolf. It is fun for all who participate and watch. The children also get to visit with Eddie Eagle and McGruff the Crime Dog, as well as get their fingerprints made, visit with the Prattville Fire Department and with the agencies from the Courthouse.
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March 5, 2017
Lt. Steve Adams with the Autauga County Sheriff's Office participated in READ Across America. Lt. Adams read to a 5th grade class at Pine Level Elementary School. Lt. Adams loves visiting with the kids at the school.
February 25, 2017
Lt. Steve Adams stopped along County Road 82 to let a group of interested children look at his patrol car. Lt. Adams answered several questions the children had and explained the equipment he had in his vehicle. One lucky child even got to try out hand cuffs on Lt. Adams.
February 11, 2017
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office participated in the City of Prattville Mardi Gras parade. Sheriff Sedinger let the good times roll down Main Street. (pictured left to right - Lt. Steve Adams, Sheriff Joe Sedinger, Sgt. Jeff Bert)
January 28, 2017
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office received a $1000.00 grant from the Prattville Service League. This grant will enable the Sheriff's Office to purchase items for our McGruff the Crime Dog program. We would like to thank the Prattville Service League for continuing to support the Autauga County Sheriff's Office.
January 26, 2017
Congratulations to Investigator Sgt. Steve Campbell for being named the Autauga County Sheriff's Office 2016 Crime Stopper of the Year. Sgt. Campbell gathered evidence that helped solve 2 separate armed robberies in Autauga County. The Sheriff's Office also received an award for supporting the Central Alabama Crime Stoppers program for the past 20 years.