San Luis Obispo County is located on the Central Coast of California with over 3,600 square miles and a population of approximately 270,000. The county’s communities are scattered along the beaches, coastal hills, and mountains of the Santa Lucia range. The mission of the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office is to protect all life and property and to provide service, security, and safety to the community. Our vision is to be the most progressive and creative leaders within the law enforcement community, and ensure our County remains one of the safest places to live and visit.