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Sheriff, Sullivan 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
Justin CopelandRepublican
- Proposes a new drug task force for Sullivan County
- Pledges a stronger sheriff's presence at county schools
Jason BobbittDemocratic
- Supports recruiting and retaining deputies, jailers and dispatchers
- Pledges to complete goals begun in his first term
Government & transparency
Justin CopelandRepublican
- Proposes regular public updates and questions with the sheriff
Jason BobbittDemocratic
No documented position found.
Courts & justice
Justin CopelandRepublican
- Pledges to restore religious services in the county jail
Jason BobbittDemocratic
No documented position found.
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