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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

Bill Wright has been Belknap County Sheriff since 2021, after serving as a sergeant in the department and leading its drug task force. Wright's priorities include a more visible and accessible department, community programs, and upgraded communications.

Sources: mm.nh.gov · sos.nh.gov2