Richard is from Hamilton, Ohio. He earned an associate degree in corrections from Hocking Technical College, a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Wilmington College, and a master degree in corrections from Xavier University.

Richard previously worked with the State of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections, advancing from a corrections officer to the rank of major. He also served as chief deputy of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office before being elected Sheriff.

Richard K. Jones is the sheriff of Butler County. He was elected in 2004 and is serving his 5th term.

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Supports better communication between federal authorities and local law enforcement, tougher penalties, and stepped-up border enforcement.

- Supports better communication between federal authorities and local law enforcement, tougher penalties, and stepped-up border enforcement.

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Supports making more jail cells available to "lock up more criminals" and increasing office productivity and efficiency through computer automation.

- Supports making more jail cells available to "lock up more criminals" and increasing office productivity and efficiency through computer automation.

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Butler County sheriff calls on Ohio lawmakers to make it a state crime to be illegal immigrant

Supports making it a felony crime to be an undocumented immigrant.

- Supports making it a felony crime to be an undocumented immigrant.

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Richard K. Jones

Richard is from Hamilton, Ohio.  He received an associate degree in corrections from Hocking Technical College in 1977. He then attended Wilmington College where he graduated in 1981 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. In 1984 he earned a master degree in corrections from Xavier University.

Richard K. Jones is currently serving as the 45th Sheriff of Butler County, Ohio. He previously worked with the State of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections, advancing from a Corrections Officer to the rank of Major. He also served as Chief Deputy of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office before being elected Sheriff.

Richard K. Jones was elected as the 45th sheriff of Butler County, Ohio in November 2004 and is serving his 5th term.

Believes public tips are essential for tracking sex offenders and prosecuting those who fail to register.

Supports strong measures against drug trafficking and possession.

Supports collaboration with various law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and related crimes.

Believes in the right to carry a concealed weapon (CCW) and supports gun ownership.

Believes in prioritizing public safety through effective law enforcement and community engagement. Supports measures to reduce crime and enhance security.

Believes in requiring a copy of firearms training certificate or military record of proof of small firearms training equivalent to Ohio’s requirements of concealed carry.

Supports the Butler County Sheriff's Office's efforts in public safety and crime prevention, including maintaining a "Most Wanted" list to track and apprehend fugitives.

Supports the use of buses for transporting inmates.

As sheriff, oversaw the construction of the Butler County Corrections Center, a direct supervision, maximum-security jail that houses over 750 prisoners.

Supports the work of the Corrections Section, which is responsible for the Correctional Center in Hamilton, Ohio, and includes various units, teams, and programs.

Supports the construction of the third Butler County Jail.

Believes in maintaining Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards at the Butler County Jail.

The candidate's website says, "Local background checks cover incarceration at the Butler County Jail only. These are processed while you wait and are given directly to you."

Supports the Butler County Drug Court program, which allows non-violent drug offenders to enter treatment instead of prison.

Supports the establishment of a drug court and a mental health court in Butler County.

Believes "tipsters" can remain anonymous but leaving a contact number is important for obtaining information and seeking criminal indictments.

Believes in upholding the highest standards of conduct and integrity in law enforcement, as outlined in the BCSO Code of Ethics.

Supports accessible fingerprint-based background checks, offering state and national options without appointments, and ensuring results are verified with employers for specific legal reasons.

Called on Ohio lawmakers to make it a state crime to be illegal immigrant

- Called on Ohio lawmakers to make it a state crime to be illegal immigrant

As of September 23, 2024, Richard K. Jones’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- The County Sheriff has complete police jurisdiction over all municipalities, and provides full police protection to the unincorporated areas of the county.
- The County Sheriff is responsible for enforcing the laws of Ohio and the United States. 
- County Sheriffs are responsible for operating and maintaining the county jail. 
- The County Sheriff aids the Common Pleas Court with security during trials, issues warrants, and serves court orders. 
- County Sheriffs are elected to 4 year terms. 

The chief law enforcement officer in the county.