Keke holds an associate's degree in criminal justice from Darton College and a Bachelor of Science degree in organizational leadership from Albany State University.

Keke has served at the Albany Police Department for 30 years, currently working as a Uniform Division Captain. 

As of May 15, 2024, Keithen "Keke" Hall’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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The candidate's website says, "Keithen Hall recognizes the significance of a motivated and fairly compensated law enforcement team. As Sheriff, he will champion competitive pay for all employees, ensuring a skilled and dedicated force ready to protect and serve."

Promises competitive pay for all employees.

The candidate's website says, "Collaboration is paramount for effective law enforcement. Hall pledges to enhance partnerships with local agencies, fostering a united front against crime. Together, we can build a safer Dougherty County for everyone."

Pledges to enhance partnerships with local agencies. 

- Promises competitive pay for all employees.
- Pledges to enhance partnerships with local agencies. 

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As of June 15, 2025, Keithen "Keke" Hall’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Keithen "Keke" Hall

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Terron received a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Albany State University.

Terron is the Director of Crime Prevention and Intervention at the Dougherty County Sheriff's Office.

Albany Herald: Doughtery County sheriff candidate

Terron Hayes's campaign for Dougherty County Sheriff is his first entry into politics.

As of June 15, 2025, Terron Hayes did not have a website or any information online.

Wants to implement a "jails to jobs" program that helps those in prison receive job training and work opportunities.

- Wants to implement a "jails to jobs" program that helps those in prison receive job training and work opportunities.

Walb News: Doughtery Co. chief deputy

Supports implementing youth outreach, such as after-school and athletic programs.

- Supports implementing youth outreach, such as after-school and athletic programs.

Terron Hayes

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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