As your Sheriff, my primary focus will continue to be putting more Patrol Deputies on the street and in other critical roles that directly impact public safety and the apprehension of criminal offenders. This proactive policing approach has proven to be successful. Crime is down 7% in Douglas County.

I will continue to compassionately and lawfully address the rising homeless population in Douglas County. We have been working with our County Commissioners and the Douglas County Homeless Initiative to connect homeless individuals with programs and services to help get them off the streets. Health and safety of all people within Douglas County is paramount.

My staff has worked closely with the school district administration and security personnel to ensure our kids are safe in school. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office now has the largest School Resource Office Program in Colorado.

Law enforcement in our country has evolved over the years and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has evolved with it. Our personnel will continue to train on the latest tactics, equipment, caselaw and de-escalation techniques available. Our staff will continue to have the tools they need to do their jobs as safely and effectively as possible.