The Uniform Division is the face of the Richland County Sheriff's Department and the first line of defense. Its primary function is to protect the property and the citizens of Richland County. They are responsible for traffic safety, crime prevention, code enforcement and school safety.
Deputies assigned to code enforcement ensure Richland County neighborhoods are well manicured by enforcing ordinances that require property upkeep. They also enforce the unregistered vehicle ordinance.
The department's Community Services Division also reports to the Major of the Uniform Division. The unit's deputies address and target specific issues that relate to the multiple issues and diversity of the different communities within Richland County. The department's Community Action Team, Code Enforcement and Traffic Safety units fall under the wing of the Community Services Division.


Chief Deputy Wash James
Chief Deputy
803-576-1475

Lt. Colonel Kelvin Ashe
Director of Uniform Division
803-576-1418
803-309-9270
School Resource Officer
Lt. Verlon Rhodes
803-576-3445
803-518-6756
Warrant Division
Capt. Robert Plexico
803-576-1421
Lt. Larry Payne
803-576-1469
Community Resources Division
Capt. Monica Johnson
803-576-1474
803-309-0347
Region 5 - Judicial Unit
Capt. Kai Whitaker
803-576-5089
803-528-0673