The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (R.A.V.E.) Recreation and Vessel Enforcement Unit is a group of Deputy Sheriff’s who have received specialized training in various areas of recreational enforcement. This unit is responsible for enforcing the various laws pertaining to such recreational vehicles as snowmobiles, all-terrain Vehicles (ATVs/UTVs), boats, and personal watercraft. Approximately 32% of the Sheriff’s Office patrol area consists of 585 square miles of waterway. For questions regarding specific laws governing these various recreational vehicles or to file a complaint concerning these specialty areas, please contact us at (315) 788-1441 and ask for Sgt. John Gleason.