Sheriffs and Constables

From its fledgling beginnings of approximately fifteen employees, SLED grew into a state-of-the-art agency with sworn and civilian employees.

The constabulary’s prime mission of countering illegal whiskey was difficult and dangerous. Remote areas in mountains and swamps saw a near fanatical belief by residents that laws from beyond their domain held no sway in their territory. “Moonshine” liquor was part of the culture and a way some chose to earn a living when times were tough.