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Hopkins County Sheriff

What does this office do?

  • Running police patrols and deputies in the county
  • Running the county jail
  • Carrying out evictions, warrants, and other court orders

Affects: Immigration, Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties,

Candidates:

Republican · Incumbent

Charlie Young was appointed Hopkins County sheriff in 2026 after serving as the office's chief deputy. He spent 16 years with the Madisonville Police Department and says he will focus on professional, transparent, and accountable service.

Records: Public Safety and Crime Control 1 for

Sources: hopkinscountyclerk.com · elect.ky.gov · apps.legislature.ky.gov