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Sheriff, Hancock County
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The sheriff runs the county jail and provides police patrols, especially outside city and town limits.
Public safety
Gary W. Achor, Jr.Republican
- Pledges a proactive sheriff's department putting public safety first
- Proposes a countywide Community Action Team
- Proposes a fraud task force and fraud hotline
James Calvert, Jr.Democratic
- Pledges proactive monitoring of sex offenders
- Proposes mental health crisis training for deputies
- Pledges to focus on deputy recruitment and retention
Courts & justice
Gary W. Achor, Jr.Republican
- Proposes expanded jail programs to reduce recidivism
James Calvert, Jr.Democratic
- Supports continuing the county's behavioral court program
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