Sheriff, Fayette County

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Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The sheriff's office collects property taxes, has duties in elections, serves the courts and does law enforcement work in Fayette County.

Kathy H. Witt

DemocraticIncumbent

Fayette County sheriff

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• Supports improving deputy recruitment, retention and wellness

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1. Supports improving deputy recruitment, retention and wellness

   Vote Local Lexington: Sheriff

   Candidate questionnaire · Vote Local Lexington (CivicLex) · lex.vote

   “Recruitment and retention, officer wellness ,and improvements in technology”

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