Fairfield County Sheriff's Office
K9 Unit

Corporal Lance Shanes began his career with the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office in 2019. He has served in both the Corrections Bureau and the Patrol Bureau, gaining well-rounded law enforcement experience. He currently leads the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Canine Unit and serves as the handler for K9 Rafa. Corporal Shanes is also a certified instructor with the FCSO Training Unit, where he contributes to the development and preparedness of deputies. Additionally, he is an active member of the FCSO SWAT team, bringing tactical expertise to critical operations.