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Shelby 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

Chris Holder has been Shelby County Sheriff since March 2026 and has worked in the sheriff's department since 1991, most recently as chief deputy. His priorities are fighting crimes against children and helping people leaving jail get ID and housing.

Records: Public Safety and Crime Control 1 for

Source: in.gov