County Sheriff Choose 1
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s race will shape how law enforcement serves and protects the community. Beyond enforcing the law, the sheriff plays a key role in building trust, ensuring fair treatment for all residents, and working with neighborhoods to address public safety concerns. Issues such as community relations, crime reduction, and responsible policing are central to this election.The next South Carolina statewide election is June 9, 2026. It's the State Primary Day. Check back in May 2026 to research your candidates and ballot measures for the election.NOTE: If a candidate's answers are not visible, the candidate may not have completed the survey prior to our publication date. Responses are posted as they are received. Voters are welcome to encourage the candidate to share their views.
Biographical Information
What approaches will you use to both prevent crime and address gang activity in a way that strengthens community trust?
Candidate has not yet responded.
What specific policies and practices will you implement to ensure that all residents of Beaufort County are treated fairly and equitably by the Sheriff’s Office, regardless of race, background, or socioeconomic status?
Candidate has not yet responded.
If the county adopts a hate crimes ordinance, how will you ensure deputies are properly trained to identify, report, and handle these cases fairly and effectively?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Will you deploy Beaufort County deputies to aid ICE arrests in our community?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Biographical Information
What approaches will you use to both prevent crime and address gang activity in a way that strengthens community trust?
Candidate has not yet responded.
What specific policies and practices will you implement to ensure that all residents of Beaufort County are treated fairly and equitably by the Sheriff’s Office, regardless of race, background, or socioeconomic status?
Candidate has not yet responded.
If the county adopts a hate crimes ordinance, how will you ensure deputies are properly trained to identify, report, and handle these cases fairly and effectively?
Candidate has not yet responded.
Will you deploy Beaufort County deputies to aid ICE arrests in our community?
Candidate has not yet responded.