The most recognized section of any law enforcement agency is the uniformed patrol division. The Guilford County Sheriff's Office is proud to serve our citizens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Operations Bureau consists of Legal Process, Reserves, Staff Duty, Special Operations Division, Patrol Districts, and School Resource Officers.

The Guilford County Sheriff's Office is unique in its jurisdictional structure. Jurisdiction is held anywhere within the county. Certain Law Enforcement responsibilities is shared with the incorporated cities of Archdale, Burlington, Gibsonville, Greensboro, High Point and Kernersville.

Major J. T. Sheppard serves as the commander of the Guilford County Sheriff's Office Operations Bureau.