Van Buren County
Sheriff's Office
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News & Updates
NEW Text and Tip Line
In an effort to combat criminal activity, and assist in the overall efficiency of my office I have initiated a new Text a Tip line at 319-931-3973. This text only line will be monitored 24/7 and is completely anonymous. If you have information regarding a crime that has already occurred or, you wish to report on-going criminal activity this is another way to do so. As in the past you will still be able to contact us through the normal avenues of communication, and as always use 911 for emergencies.
Thank you for your continued support.
Sheriff, Brad Hudson
UPDATE: ATV/OTV Operation Within Van Buren County & Statewide
The Department of Natural Resources have issued updated guidance for the operation of all Off-Highway Vehicles Statewide.
You may view the complete reference guide by clicking HERE
Driving Safe
Drunk Driving
Every day, almost 30 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes—that's one person every 48 minutes in 2017. These deaths have fallen by a third in the last three decades; however, drunk-driving crashes claim more than 10,000 lives per year. In 2010, the most recent year for which cost data is available, these deaths and damages contributed to a cost of $44 billion that year.
Impaired Driving
You can’t drive safely if you’re impaired. That’s why it’s illegal everywhere in America to drive under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, opioids, methamphetamines, or any potentially impairing drug–prescribed or over the counter. Driving while impaired by any substance—legal or illegal—puts you and others in harm’s way. Learn the latest research on drug-impaired driving, misconceptions about marijuana use, and what you can do to make smarter choices to drive safely.
Distracted Driving
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Distracted driving is dangerous, claiming 3,166 lives in 2017 alone. NHTSA leads the national effort to save lives by preventing this dangerous behavior. Get the facts, get involved, and help us keep America’s roads safe.
Find more information on winter driving tips at https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving
