Richard Friend

Criminal Justice / Public Safety I’ll also ensure that every call for help is answered quickly and professionally, with a renewed focus on response times and coverage throughout the entire county—rural and urban alike. Saline County residents deserve a Sheriff's Office that shows up when it matters most and operates with urgency, accountability, and heart. Safety isn’t just a goal—it’s a promise. Taxes / Budget As Sheriff, I will ensure your tax dollars are spent wisely and with accountability. That means eliminating wasteful spending, cutting unnecessary bureaucracy, and focusing every dollar on what actually makes our communities safer. You work hard for your money—and you deserve a Sheriff’s Office that works just as hard to spend it responsibly. Criminal Justice / Public Safety To build real trust, I’ll implement modern crime tracking systems, publish transparent reports, and launch meaningful community engagement initiatives that keep residents informed and involved. Criminal Justice / Public Safety As Sheriff, I will make public safety my top priority—because every family in Saline County deserves to feel safe in their home, their neighborhood, and their daily life. I will take a tough, proactive stance on violent crime, working closely with local, state, and federal partners to get repeat offenders off our streets. Criminal Justice / Public Safety I’ll combat the drug epidemic head-on with a combination of aggressive enforcement and meaningful partnerships focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery. Criminal Justice / Public Safety As Sheriff, I’ll push back against political agendas that make it harder for law enforcement to do its job or jeopardize the rights of law-abiding citizens. The men and women who wear the badge need leadership that has their back—not just in words, but in action. Criminal Justice / Public Safety I will stand firm against policies that weaken law enforcement, undermine public safety, or threaten our Second Amendment rights. As Sheriff, I’ll push back against political agendas that make it harder for law enforcement to do its job or jeopardize the rights of law-abiding citizens. The men and women who wear the badge need leadership that has their back—not just in words, but in action. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Enforcing the law fairly, protecting due process, and defending the rights that define us—including the right to keep and bear arms. You can count on me to be a Sheriff who protects both your safety and your liberty.