The most visible section of the Sheriff's Office is the uniformed Patrol Operations Section. These deputies operate highly visible patrol cruisers and are assigned to one of eight geographic patrol sectors in Howard County for the service of criminal and civil process. They also assist local law enforcement agencies in calls for service, when needed.

Patrol deputies routinely enforce the Maryland Criminal and Traffic laws and provide security to all judges, staff, and visitors in and around the Circuit Court Complex. 

Department of Recreation & Parks - Resources Advancing EDI 

A 30-minute monthly podcast in English & Spanish providing fresh and timely content about what it means to be part of the Howard County community.

Promotes youth activities and engagement in Howard County through free, accessible, and supportive programming developed by nonprofit and community organizations.

The Old Ellicott City Trolley is a free service that operates in Old Ellicott City. 

National Consumer Protection week is an annual event celebrated by the Federal Trade Commission and the Office of Consumer Protection and is held during the first week of March each year.

Permitting process for installing residential electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Howard County. 

All residents and businesses in Howard County with professionally monitored alarm systems are required to register their system with the police department.