Arlo is the Chief Deputy at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

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Arlo Norman previously served as the Chief Deputy at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

Arlo is the current Sheriff of Washington County, North Carolina. He was sworn in this year after the previous Sheriff retired.

As of January 2, 2026, Arlo Norman did not have a website or any information online.

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Arlo Norman

Arlo is the chief deputy for the Washington County Sheriff's Office.

Arlo is currently the sheriff of Washington County. He was appointed to the position in December 2025.

Arlo Norman's campaign for Washington County Sheriff is his first entry into politics.

Arlo is the chief deputy at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. He previously served in both state and local law enforcement agencies.

Arlo is currently the sheriff of Washington County. He was appointed in December 2025.

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William Downing's campaign for Washington County sheriff is his first time running for public office.

As of January 2, 2026, William Downing did not have a website or any information online.

William Downing

William Downing's campaign for Washington sheriff is his first time running for public office.

William Downing's campaign for Washington Sheriff is his first entry into politics.

- 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. 

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