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Sheriff, Hancock County

Aaron J. Emmick

Candidate for Sheriff, Hancock County

Democratic

Background

Occupation
Hancock County sheriff's deputy
Lives in
Hawesville

Emmick, a Democrat, has worked in the Hancock County Sheriff's Office under Sheriff Dale Bozarth since 2002, after starting his career with the Owensboro Police Department in 2001. He holds a master's degree in criminal justice from the University of Cincinnati.

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Documented positions

Public safety

  • Pledges more deputies for coverage and visibility

    Emmick files to run for Hancock County sheriff

    News coverage · The Owensboro Times · Nov 16, 2025 · owensborotimes.com

    “More manpower gives us more bodies on the street with more coverage and more visibility.”
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  • Supports body-worn cameras and a drone for searches

    Emmick files to run for Hancock County sheriff

    News coverage · The Owensboro Times · Nov 16, 2025 · owensborotimes.com

    “He said body cameras would protect both officers and the public, while a drone could help with searches and high-risk situations.”
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Government & transparency

  • Proposes a citizens' police academy and more community outreach

    He also plans to be visible at community events and keep building the department's Facebook communication.

    Emmick files to run for Hancock County sheriff

    News coverage · The Owensboro Times · Nov 16, 2025 · owensborotimes.com

    “potentially launch programs such as a citizens’ police academy”
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Other issues in this race

Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Aaron J. Emmick on them.

  • Taxes & budgetNo documented position found.

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