Report a Crime

Report a Crime

Welcome to the Wise County, VA. Sheriff's Office Citizens Online crime reporting system.  If this is an emergency or if the crime is currently in progress please disregard this system call the Wise County Dispatch Center at 276-328-3756 or dial 911.  Using this reporting system allows the public to report crime information online, however, not all types of crime information can or should be reported online.  Please confirm the following to find out if this online crime reporting tool is right for you:

• This is not an emergency
• You do not require an immediate follow-up from a Deputy or other emergency services personnel
• This incident occurred within Wise County, Virginia

If you answered no to any of these questions please do not continue with the online crime reporting system and contact the Wise County Dispatch Center for further guidance and assistance at 276-328-3756.  If this is an emergency call 911.

If you answered yes to all of the questions above, continue reading and ensure that you have gathered all basic information to complete the report, such as:

• Date and approximate time range of the crime
• Approximate location of the crime
• All possible suspect or suspect vehicle description (if applicable)
• Accurate description of items used in the offense (if applicable)

About the Process

Once you have reviewed all information above you are now ready to report a crime.  Please make sure to turn off your pop-up blocking software before clicking the link below to start your report.  Again, If you answered no to any of the questions above, please do not use this tool.  Upon completion of this report process, you will be given the option to submit or submit and print.  Be sure to print if you require a copy for your records.  Once submitted you'll be directed to a confirmation page and please ensure you see the message:

False Reports

Anyone found to have submitted a false police report will be prosecuted under the authority of Virginia State Code §18.2-461, which shall be punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor and in certain circumstances as a Class 6 Felony. The maximum possible penalty for a Class 1 misdemeanor is one year in jail and/or a $2,500 fine.  The maximum possible penalty for a Class 6 felony is five years in jail and/or a $2,500 fine. 

Click Here to Report a Crime