The history of the Bosque County Sheriff’s Office is closely connected to the history of Bosque County itself.

     Since the county was established in 1854, generations of sheriffs, deputies, jailers, dispatchers, and other public servants have worked to protect the citizens of Bosque County through periods of growth, change, and challenge.

     Over the years, law enforcement in Bosque County has evolved from the earliest days of horseback patrols and historic county jails to a modern Sheriff’s Office utilizing advanced communications, technology, specialized training, and professional law enforcement practices.

    While the tools and methods of law enforcement have changed, the fundamental mission has remained the same: protecting the community and serving the people of Bosque County.

     We are proud of the history of those who served before us and remain committed to building upon that legacy for future generations.

1979 - 2018