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- Candidate for Rutherford County SheriffCandidate2026View Position
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About Rutherford County Sheriff
The Sheriff is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer in the County by State Statute. His or her responsibilities include law enforcement, administration of the jail, Superintendent of the Work House, and security of the Courts. Law enforcement includes a wide range of duties including prevention and investigation of crimes on persons and property, service of civil and criminal warrants, and patrolling of county and state roadways.
- Next election
- August 6, 2026
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