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Forsyth County Sheriff

Forsyth County, North Carolina
My vote power: Above average

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:

Democratic · Incumbent

Bobby F. Kimbrough has served as Forsyth County sheriff since 2018. A former DEA special agent and Winston-Salem police officer, he has expanded technology and deputy wellness programs in the sheriff's office.

Records: Public Safety and Crime Control 2 for

Republican

Ernie Leyba is a former Forsyth County deputy sheriff with more than 20 years in law enforcement. He wants to improve community trust, deputy morale, and cooperation with Winston-Salem police.

Source: forsyth.cc