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Kelly J. Cox has a wife and two children. He graduated from Columbia College with a bachelor's degree.

Kelly serves as a Public Information Officer and School Resource Officer for the Craven County Sheriff's Office.

Kelly J. Cox's campaign for Beaufort County Sheriff is his first entry into politics.

Beaufort County native Kelly Cox to run for Beaufort County Sheriff

Plans to launch the Animal Protective Services to "safeguard animals and strengthen community safety"

Wants to reinforce the School Resource Officer program he has "long supported, ensuring our students have protection, mentorship, and guidance."

- Plans to launch the Animal Protective Services to "safeguard animals and strengthen community safety"
- Wants to reinforce the School Resource Officer program he has "long supported, ensuring our students have protection, mentorship, and guidance."

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As of January 2, 2026, Kelly J. Cox did not have a website or any information online.

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Kelly J. Cox

Kelly is a law enforcement lieutenant. He works at the Craven County Sheriff’s Office. He previously served as a lieutenant at the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.

Kelly is a law enforcement lieutenant at the Craven County Sheriff's Office. He previously worked as a lieutenant at the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office.

- The sheriff is responsible for enforcing the law, managing security in jails and courtrooms. They also oversee daily conditions of the jail and inmates in custody and serve legal documents such as warrants and eviction notices. Their ultimate responsibility is to protect the community. 