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Sheriff, Washington County
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The sheriff runs the county's sheriff's office: serving court papers, providing courthouse security and, in many counties, patrolling and running the detention center.
Public safety
Junior P. McLeodDemocratic
- Supports joint drug enforcement with city and state police.
Brian K. AlbertRepublican
- Secured pay raises of more than 30% for staff.
- Proposes using drones as first responders.
- Supports keeping the office's CALEA accreditation.
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