Sheriff’s Department – Security Division – Philadelphia, PA

About the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office

The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, headquartered in the Land Title Building on South Broad Street, is the law enforcement agency responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the city’s court system. 👮‍♂️ While the Security Division physically protects judges, jurors, and the public within the Criminal Justice Center and Family Court, this administrative headquarters handles the critical logistical and civil functions of the department. 🏛️ The office is tasked with prisoner transportation, serving warrants, and managing the Civil Enforcement Unit, which executes court orders such as evictions and property seizures.

Services and Sheriff’s Sales

The 5th-floor office at 100 South Broad Street serves as the main public interface for the Sheriff’s Department. Key services provided here include:

• Sheriff’s Sales: The Real Estate Division conducts public auctions for properties undergoing tax or mortgage foreclosure. (Note: Many sales are now conducted online via Bid4Assets, but administrative inquiries are handled here).
• Service of Process: The Civil Unit accepts filings for writs of execution, garnishments, and Protection From Abuse (PFA) orders.
• Community Safety: The office distributes free gun locks to residents to promote safe firearm storage.

Security and Visit Guidelines

Visitors to the Sheriff’s Office headquarters must undergo strict security screening in the building lobby. 🛑 Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited, even if you have a permit to carry. Valid photo identification is required to check in and access the elevators. 💸 Important Payment Policy: The Sheriff’s Office does NOT accept cash, credit cards, or personal checks. All payments for fees or services must be made via cashier’s check or money order payable to the ”Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office.”