The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) serves as the primary law enforcement agency for Clayton County, Georgia, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Its responsibilities include law enforcement, detention services, and public safety. The main office is in Jonesboro, the county seat of Clayton County. The CCSO serves all areas within Clayton County, including unincorporated regions and incorporated cities like Riverdale, Forest Park, and Morrow.
Clayton County is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area, which means the sheriff’s office often collaborates with other local, state, and federal agencies. The county’s population and urban setting present challenges related to crime, traffic enforcement, and community engagement.
Most of the officers featured are a part of the Blackhawk Traffic Unit. The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office Blackhawk Traffic Unit is a special unit that was established in 2020 to address traffic violations. The unit also pursues drug runners, car thieves, and other dangerous criminals.
