Under Sheriff Stratton’s leadership, the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office is committed to fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and leveraging advanced technology to establish itself as the region’s premier law enforcement agency. Prioritizing your safety, we strive to deliver exceptional service and protection to our community.

Since January 2026, Sheriff Stratton has implemented the following initiatives:

Investigations

• Expanded investigative and forensic capabilities by hiring a second full-time Criminalist for the S.A.F.E. Unit. This position was fully funded through Federal Grants funds at no additional costs to taxpayers.

Road Patrol

● Successfully transitioned the Road Patrol Division from OLEIS to SOLVE, Ohio's new motor vehicle crash reporting software, ensuring compliance with statewide reporting standards and improving the efficiency of crash documentation.

● Expanded the Road Patrol Division’s K-9 capabilities by adding a new dual-purpose K-9. The acquisition was fully funded through generous donations from the Haverkamp Foundation and the Bill Brewer Foundation, resulting in no cost to taxpayers.

● Implemented RollKall, a centralized system for scheduling and managing off-duty details. The platform streamlines scheduling, reduces administrative workload, strengthens accountability, and promotes the fair and consistent assignment of off-duty opportunities.

Capital Fund Expenditures

● Purchased six next-generation portable radios for the Road Patrol Division, improving communication capabilities and officer safety.

● Secured capital funding to replace the aging radio repeater system serving the Municipal Court to improve the reliability of critical communications.

● Obtained approval for a comprehensive replacement of the HVAC control systems serving the Clermont County Jail and Sheriff's Office Headquarters. The $562,555 capital improvement will provide centralized monitoring, automated diagnostics, and real-time notifications of mechanical issues. The upgraded system is expected to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance downtime.

Jail Operations, Safety, and Training

● January 2026: Implemented a new Field Training Officer (FTO) Program for Corrections. Sixteen FTOs completed a specialized three-day corrections training course.

● January 2026: Established the Jail's first comprehensive K-9 policy and added a second Narcotics Detection K-9. The K-9 was purchased entirely with Commissary Funds resulting in no cost to taxpayers.

● March 2026: Expanded inmate commissary services by adding a second weekly ordering day.

● March 2026: Completed a comprehensive review and update of commissary offerings to improve available options.

● March 2026: Purchased two CPI Guardian vacuum-seal systems for inmate property storage.

● Reduced odors and minimized pest concerns.

● Cost: $23,800

● Funded entirely through Commissary Funds.

● April 2026: Installed inmate vending machines in South A and South B housing units to expand controlled access to approved items while creating additional source of commissary revenue

● April 2026: Updated the Fresh Express menu, providing inmates with additional food- purchase options beyond standard meal service.

● Expanded the Body-Worn Camera (BWC) program by adding 10 additional cameras, bringing the total deployment to 76 cameras. This expansion strengthens transparency, accountability, evidence    preservation and safety.

● Transitioned from Chirps platform to a comprehensive inmate tablet system. The new platform provides audio calling, educational programming, movie access, electronic games, and access to 38 religious platforms.

       The tablet system expands access to constructive programming while supporting inmate engagement and rehabilitation efforts. It also reduces operational demands on staff and creates opportunities for additional revenue through communication services, digital content purchases, and increased inmate account utilization.

● Implemented Response to Resistance training, including standardized report writing procedures and post-RTR interview protocols.

● Updated inmate discipline and due process policies to improve consistency, procedural fairness, and compliance with applicable standards.

Since July 2025, Sheriff Stratton has implemented the following initiatives:

Investigations

• Added two Ricoh 360-degree cameras to enhance crime scene processing and documentation
• Established the S.A.F.E. Unit (Surveillance, Analysis and Forensic Evidence) within the Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab to support digital evidence collection, analysis, intelligence and information sharing. The S.A.F.E. Unit operations launched November 10, 2025.
• One full-time Criminalist hired for S.A.F.E. Unit starting February 2026.

Road Patrol

• Equipped all marked vehicles with rifle-rated vests.
• Implemented a procedure to sell forfeited firearms to a licensed federal firearms dealer in exchange for credit, offsetting CCW and ammunition expenditures.
• Initiated transition from OLEIS to SOLVE software for motor vehicle crash reporting (expected completion early 2026).
• Completed selection process (October 2025) to send a civilian Correction Officer to the Ohio State Patrol BASIC POLICE OFFICER Academy, no cost training; officer will serve as a sworn deputy sheriff assigned to the Road Patrol.
• Completed selection process to replace existing retiring K9; funding from the Haverkamp Foundation and 2055 Foundation to obtain a dual-purpose K9 prior to March 2026.

Narcotics Unit

• Upgraded all unit computer equipment and issued new laptops to be utilized for crime scene processing.
• Completed overhaul and upgrades to the entire CCNU vehicle fleet.
• Conducted “Operation Clean Sweep” on September 10, 2025 to locate and arrest felony narcotic related fugitives; 55 warrant attempts, 27 physical arrests- joint operation included patrol, detectives and the narcotics unit.

Drone Unit

• Deployed deputies trained as licensed drone pilots across two patrol squads.
• Enabled rapid drone deployment during multiple critical incidents and investigations.

287G Task Force

• Executed a Memorandum of Understanding for 287G Task Force participation and training.
• Six Deputies have completed the required 287G training and credentials

Jail

Since July 2025, nineteen illegal aliens with ICE detainers were arrested and charged with local crimes. All were held in jail and then transferred to ICE per federal law.

Purchased a second K9. Handler and K9 began training July 2025.  Both K9s were funded through commissary funds.

• Executed MOU with Job and Family Services to enroll qualified inmates for Medicaid prior to release.
• Replaced North outside recreation concrete (November 2025)

Established a dedicated Field training program, certifying 16 Corrections Officers as Field Training Officers.

• Modernized inmate Grievance process from paper to electronic, accessible via inmate kiosks
• Increased Psych Nurse Practitioner coverage by 8 hours a month.

Capital Fund expenditures for the Jail include:

• Began South Housing Unit HVAC replacement (November of 2025)
• Approved North Housing Unit HVAC repairs for 2026 utilizing capital funds.

Federal Inmate Housing Efforts

Initiated federal intergovernmental agreement (IGA) application process on April 15, 2025.

• Completed U.S. Marshals Service jail inspection (October 2025)

Technology Improvements

• Upgraded the Records Management System (RMS) for operations to Matrix RMS software.
• Upgraded the jail management system software (CIMS) to Smart Cop
• Implemented Frontline software to support police tracking, testing, and Field Training Officer (FTO)

Since January 2025, Sheriff Stratton has implemented the following initiatives:

1. ICE Collaboration
• As of June 2025, fifteen illegal aliens with ICE detainers were arrested and charged with local crimes. All were held in jail and then transferred to ICE per federal law.
2. U.S. Marshall Collaboration
• In progress, developing a partnership with federal authorities to house federal inmates in compliance with federal regulations.
3. Jail Based Competency Restoration Program
• Partnership with Southern Ohio Forensic Evaluation Services to launch a jail-based competency restoration program. Designed to efficiently deliver restoration services without reliance on external behavioral health agencies reducing prolonged delays in the criminal justice system.
4. Creation of Jail Narcotic K9 Unit
• To date, deployed one, acquired a second of the three planned K9s at no cost to the taxpayers to detect and reduce drugs in the jail; enhancing the facility’s safety and security.
5. Expanded Body Worn Cameras for Correction Officers
• Added ten body worn cameras increasing the total to 66. Enhancing transparency, accountability, and safety for inmates and staff.
6. Administrative Sergeant Position
• Created a dedicated sergeant role at the jail to handle administrative tasks. Frees existing sergeants to focus on direct supervision and corrections officers to enhance inmate safety and security.
7. Jail Capital Improvements
• Completed restoration of six housing units and an indoor recreational area. Upgraded facilities enhance inmate conditions, security, and support rehabilitation.
8. Sheriff’s Masterplan
• Launched a modernization initiative to combine the office and jail facilities into one structure to meet the growing needs of the county population.
9. Handle with Care Program
• Collaboration with Child Focus and Board of Mental Health. Active partnership with schools to support students exposed to trauma. Deputies notify schools when a child experiences a traumatic event, enabling the staff to provide tailored, sensitive care to the child to promote academic success.
10. Soft Interview Room and Investigative Unit Upgrade
• Established a soft interview room for sensitive victims’ interviews.
• Upgraded the Investigative Unit interview room to a cloud-based system enabling remote desktop access for detectives to promote greater collaboration and efficiency.
11. Drone Unit
• Upgraded drone software. Added additional drones to enhance operational efficiency, safety of officers in high-risk situations, search and rescue, tactical support, crowd and traffic management, cost effective surveillance, and evidence collection. The integration of drones enhances faster response times and reduces risks while maintaining public safety.
12. Technology Improvements
• Initiated the process of upgrading/replacing current records management systems to NorthPoint and Matrix. Systems will enable direct communication with the court, probation, law enforcement, and Prosecutor’s Office. Creating efficient communication between all parties.
• Purchased and implemented a new public records software system. NextRequest, which went live on June 23, 2025. The purpose of this system is to reduce the amount of staff time required to process public records requests and to improve overall turnaround time.