'Live PD' To Feature Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

BIRMINGHAM, AL — A critically acclaimed television show has reached an agreement with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to feature the JCSO on the show. The Sheriff’s office and A&E announce a partnership to film the network’s series Live PD, a show that gives viewers a transparent view of law enforcement on duty.

The series will air in Jefferson County on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 p.m.-midnight beginning Oct. 21. The show reaches more than 7 million viewers and is the most-watched show on cable television.

“The people of Jefferson County want to know that we are working hard for them every day,” said Sheriff Mark Pettway. “By showing our citizens on live TV what we do, what we endure and how we care about and serve the people is the best way for us to continue to build viable relationships in the county.”

A&E stated that the show helps build a relationship with the community by raising awareness about what law enforcement does every day. The show also airs “Missing” and “Wanted” segments which, according to A&E, has helped departments locate missing children and capture fugitives.

In addition to the live shows, A&E will film pre-taped segments at the Sheriff’s office during the week that will chronicle the challenges deputies face on a daily basis.

“Our goals with Live PD are to identify any gaps that may exist between our office and the community and to increase recruitment of new deputies. Along with those goals, we see the show as an additional tool to help us locate fugitives and any missing children,” Pettway added

Interaction with Live PD’s social media platforms is among the highest of any show on television. Viewers can follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @officiallivepd.