As of May 20, 2024, Ernest Jones did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

77-year-old sheriff's deputy has no plans to retire

Ernest has worked in law enforcement for over 56 years. He most recently worked as a deputy at the Garland County Juvenile Detention Center. Jones was previously an officer with the Memphis Police Department, a company investigator with Firestone Tire company in Memphis, and an investigator for the Shelby County public defender's office.

Ernest Jones' campaign for county sheriff is his first run for public office.

As of July 25, 2024, Ernest Jones did not have a website or any information online.

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Rod has a degree in criminal justice from Thomas University. He and his wife, Miranda, have two daughters.

Rod was most recently the Chief Jailer at the Colquitt County Jail. He previously worked in the Drug Enforcement Division, Criminal Investigation Division, Road Patrol Division, and other roles in the Jail management Division—all in Colquitt County. 

Rod Howell currently serves as the Colquitt County Sheriff. He was first elected in 2016 and is seeking a third term.

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Supports funding allocation to transition to a P25 digital radio system.

- Supports funding allocation to transition to a P25 digital radio system.

As of July 25, 2024, Rod Howell did not have a website or any information online.

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The County Sheriff is an elected official who acts as the chief law enforcement officer in their county. They are tasked with operating the county jails, keeping courtrooms secure during trials, and keeping the public safe through proper law enforcement. Each Sheriff's Office in Georgia may look a little different in how they hire and run their teams, but all County Sheriffs have the same duties. These duties include the following:

- Operating the county jail
- Providing court security
- Serving civil papers
- Executing arrest warrants
- Providing primary law enforcement within unincorporated areas of the county
- Working with city law enforcement officers to keep municipalities safe

The County Sheriff and their office are unique to other law enforcement agencies in that it has to answer to the people it serves. Historically, a turnover in the Sheriff’s office will likely result in noticeable change within the office, so voting for this office is a very effective way to vote approval or disapproval for how county law enforcement is conducted.

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