Sheriff's Office Introduces Internet and Cell Phone Safety Book for Children

Posted Thursday, August 18, 2005

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"The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is introducing a book designed to help parents make sure their children do not become victims of internet predators," Sheriff Ted Paxton announced today.

The 17-page book was paid for entirely with “seized funds” -- funds awarded to the Sheriff’s Office primarily from persons convicted of drug offenses -- and details the risks involved in parents allowing their children unrestricted access to the internet and cell phones. It features fun, educational exercises that children can use through their teen years to become aware of online risks. The book also features nine cartoons designed to dramatically, yet humorously, highlight the importance of internet safety.

"Internet & Cell Phone Safety for Your Kids will be provided to parents free of charge," Sheriff Paxton said. “We will have supplies available for the public at our North and South Precincts, and at the receptionist’s office in the Forsyth County Jail,” he added. Those not able to come to one of the offices to pick up a copy of the book may call (678) 513-5842 or email fahuggins@forsythsheriff.org and request a free copy. “We will also make Internet & Cell Phone Safety for Your Kids available at schools and day care centers if they will let us know how many copies they need,” Sheriff Paxton said.

Once the child completes working through the book, there is an eight-point “Kid’s Safety Pledge” on the last page that the child should be asked to read and sign.

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