Sheriff

Sheriff’s Office

The Potter County Sheriff’s Office plays a crucial role in enforcing civil process and providing court-related services. While not the chief law enforcement agency in Pennsylvania, the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for serving legal documents, such as subpoenas, writs, and eviction notices, as well as executing court orders. Additionally, the office manages courthouse security, oversees the transport of inmates, and issues firearm permits. As an elected official, the Sheriff is directly accountable to the public, ensuring the smooth operation of these essential civil and judicial functions. Residents often reach out to the Sheriff’s Office for matters related to court processes, legal document service, and concealed carry permits.

We are processing and serving civil complaints.

If you have a Court Emergency or a scheduled Court related hearing, please call (814) 274-9720 prior to coming.

Contact

Kevin Siska
Sheriff
ksiska@pottercountypa.net | Ext. 231

Ray Inman
Chief Deputy Sheriff
rinman@pottercountypa.net | Ext. 238

Bill Moon
Deputy Sheriff
wmoon@pottercountypa.net | Ext. 232

Kyle Kalasnik
Deputy Sheriff
kkalasnik@pottercountypa.net | Ext. 239

Kayla Mead
Secretary
kmead@pottercountypa.net | Ext. 230

Civil Processing Fee

A return self-addressed stamped envelope is required.

$100.00 to file a complaint • $250.00 to file a “Writ of Execution of Personal Property” • $1,500.00 to file a “Writ of Execution for Real Estate”

Any questions, please contact the office.

Pistol Permits

Instructions and Application

Do not come to the courthouse to obtain your permit. Follow mail in instructions and wait until we contact you for issuance.

PLEASE make sure you do not mail in payment, please bring it at time of application

Potter County Residents:

  • The applicant must be at least 21 years of age and reside in Potter County, Pennsylvania.
  • The applicant must furnish a valid PA Driver’s License with the current physical address. A post office box, RR or RD will not be accepted as a legal residence.
  • The application form must be completed legibly and completely by typing or block printing in black or blue ink.
  • The fee is $20.00 cash or check made payable to the Potter County Sheriff’s Office. Debit or credit cards are not accepted.
  • All information on the application shall be complete.
 Out of State Residents:

  • See above requirements as most are applicable.
  • The applicant will need a valid driver’s license and FULL CARRY, NO RESTRICTION or CONCEALED CARRY permit. Permits with restrictions such as target shooting, hunting or sportsman’s license are not accepted.
  • Addresses on both identifications must match.
  • Please have the form completed and a copy of driver’s license and current permit enclosed when mailing application.
  • The fee is $20.00 cash or check made payable to the Potter County Sheriff’s Office. Debit or credit cards are not accepted.

WARNING: Furnishing false information or offering false evidence of identity is a violation of Section 4904 (related to unsworn falsification to authorities) and will be prosecuted.

If you cannot print the application on one piece of paper, you will be required to sign the second page acknowledging you have read the disqualifying factors to obtaining a pistol permit.

The Potter County Sheriff’s Department will be processing all Potter County resident pistol permits by mail. Once we have processed the permit and it is ready for issuance, we will contact you to schedule a date and time for you to come into our office to get your picture and signature to issue you your License To Carry. See Press Release for complete instructions.

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