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Sheriff, Hamilton County
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Dustin K. Dixon

Candidate for Sheriff, Hamilton County

Republican

Background

Occupation
Lieutenant, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
Campaign website
dixonforsheriff.com

Dustin Dixon, a U.S. Army veteran, has worked at the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office since 2002, rising to lieutenant after years as a canine handler and serving as investigations lieutenant and patrol shift commander. He won the May 2026 Republican primary over Chief Deputy John Lowes; Sheriff Dennis Quakenbush is term-limited.

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Photo: Campaign photo — Committee to Elect Dustin Dixon

Documented positions

Public safety

  • Proposes specialized units for traffic, warrants and waterways

    He also cited a greater presence in county parks and on its waterways.

    Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Hamilton County Sheriff

    Candidate questionnaire · Current Publishing · Apr 21, 2026 · youarecurrent.com

    “utilize specialized law enforcement services to focus on public safety issues requiring extra attention, including traffic complaints, fugitive warrants”
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  • Supports retention and wellness programs for sheriff's staff

    Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Hamilton County Sheriff

    Candidate questionnaire · Current Publishing · Apr 21, 2026 · youarecurrent.com

    “Retention and wellness of our officers and staff.”
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  • Pledges cooperation with federal agencies, including ICE

    Answering a question about working with ICE on local immigration enforcement.

    Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Hamilton County Sheriff

    Candidate questionnaire · Current Publishing · Apr 21, 2026 · youarecurrent.com

    “We will always work with and support our federal law enforcement partners.”
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Health & human services

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