Prescription Drop-Off
Safe Medication Disposal Service
About the Drop-Off Program
Properly dispose of unused or expired prescription medications by bringing them to the Sheriff's Office lobby and placing them in the bins.
Available 24/7
Drop off bins are accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your convenience and community safety.
What Can Be Dropped Off
Accepted Items
- Prescription medications (pills, tablets, capsules)
- Over-the-counter medications
- Medications can remain in pill bottles
- Labels can remain on bottles
NOT Accepted
- Needles or syringes
- Liquid medications
- Sharps or medical waste
- Aerosol cans
Important Safety Notice
We do not take needles or syringes due to safety concerns. Please contact your healthcare provider or pharmacy for proper disposal of sharps.
Why Proper Disposal Matters
Environmental Protection
Flushing medications down the toilet or drain can contaminate water supplies and harm wildlife. Our drop-off bins ensure safe, environmentally responsible disposal.
Community Safety
Unused medications in homes can be accidentally ingested by children or pets, or misused by others. Proper disposal keeps your family and community safe.
Anonymous Service
Drop-offs are completely anonymous. You don't need to provide any information, and there is no charge for this service.
Drop-Off Location
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
215 E. 8th Street
Auburn, IN 46706
Drop Box Location:
Located in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office
Access:
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Questions?
For questions about the prescription drop-off program:
260-925-3365Office Hours: