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Sheriff, Nelson County

Adrian "A. J." Lewis Jr.

Candidate for Sheriff, Nelson County

Democratic

Background

A Bardstown Police Department officer and second-generation law enforcement officer with more than 14 years of experience; he defeated Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa in the May 2026 Democratic primary.

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Documented positions

Public safety

  • Supports training deputies in de-escalation and trauma-informed care

    Lewis trying to unseat incumbent Pineiroa for Dem sheriff nod

    News coverage · The Kentucky Standard · May 16, 2026 · pmg-ky2.com

    “ensuring they are up to date on de-escalation and trauma-informed care.”
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  • Opposes a sheriff's office agreement with ICE

    At a February 2026 community forum on Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

    Sheriff candidates, jailer discuss ICE

    News coverage · The Kentucky Standard · Feb 10, 2026 · pmg-ky2.com

    “said he would also not enter into any agreement with the agency”
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Health & human services

  • Proposes hiring a social worker at the sheriff's office

    To help county residents with mental health issues find the resources they need.

    Lewis trying to unseat incumbent Pineiroa for Dem sheriff nod

    News coverage · The Kentucky Standard · May 16, 2026 · pmg-ky2.com

    “Lewis would like to see the NCSO hire a social worker to help county residents struggling with mental health issues”
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Government & transparency

Other issues in this race

Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Adrian "A. J." Lewis Jr. on them.

  • Courts & justiceNo documented position found.

All sources (5)

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