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Meet Richmond County sheriff candidate Eugene ‘Gino Rock’ Brantley

Plans to prioritize being accessible to county citizens, mentioning "support is always open."

Plans to be "actively engaged in safeguarding our community...."

Said "We are not just law enforcement; we’re neighbors you can trust."

Believes the "standard has dropped" in the County Sheriff's Office, and "the citizens of the county deserve better service..."

Believes there has been a "poor response time to emergencies, a lack of morale, and a need for more deputies."

- Plans to prioritize being accessible to county citizens, mentioning "support is always open."
- Plans to be "actively engaged in safeguarding our community...."
- Said "We are not just law enforcement; we’re neighbors you can trust."
- Believes the "standard has dropped" in the County Sheriff's Office, and "the citizens of the county deserve better service..."
- Believes there has been a "poor response time to emergencies, a lack of morale, and a need for more deputies."

Public Safety

Wants to address overcrowding in county jails, citing, due to inmate mental health problems, he believes many should be in a hospital or mental health institution.

- Wants to address overcrowding in county jails, citing, due to inmate mental health problems, he believes many should be in a hospital or mental health institution.

Jail Management

Wants to retain more county officers by improving the morale of the Sheriffs Office.

- Wants to retain more county officers by improving the morale of the Sheriffs Office.

Criminal Justice

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Eugene "Gino Rock" Brantley

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Former Richmond County Deputy Marshal Running for Sheriff

Said, "The public’s confidence in the Sheriff’s Office has been eroding... This lack of trust between law enforcement and our community is a significant problem that needs immediate attention... we can begin rebuilding the trust that has been lost."

Said, "The public’s confidence in the Sheriff’s Office has been eroding... This lack of trust between law enforcement and our community is a significant problem..."

Plans to prioritize public safety in Richmond County through accountable, transparent law enforcement, community collaboration, and a commitment to addressing concerns, aiming for a safer, thriving community. Running for Sheriff to implement this vision.

Plans to prioritize being available to Richmond County citizens, learn their concerns, and work with them in addressing them. 

Roots campaign in " transparency, community engagement, and a steadfast commitment to public safety."

- Said, "The public’s confidence in the Sheriff’s Office has been eroding... This lack of trust between law enforcement and our community is a significant problem..."
- Plans to prioritize being available to Richmond County citizens, learn their concerns, and work with them in addressing them. 
- Roots campaign in " transparency, community engagement, and a steadfast commitment to public safety."

Said, "Furthermore, morale within the Sheriff’s Office is at an all-time low... As Sheriff, I will prioritize the well-being and professional development of our officers, fostering a positive and supportive work environment."

Believes morale within the Sheriff’s Office is at an all-time low, and aims to prioritize well-being and professional development of county officers, and develop a positive and supportive work environment.

Said, "Lastly, the Sheriff’s Office is currently lacking sufficient leadership, and this has contributed to the problems we as a community face... I am ready to step up and lead with integrity, professionalism, and a deep commitment to our community’s safety."

Believes the Sheriff’s Office currently lacks sufficient leadership, and "this has contributed to the problems we as a community face....", wants to install "strong, ethnical and visionary leadership..."

Plans to address hiring and retention challenges in the Sheriff's Office to ensure a dedicated team provides the necessary service level for Richmond County's safety and well-being.

Plans to address hiring and retention challenges in the Sheriff's Office, and plans to implement tactics aimed to attract and retain quality talent he believes are skilled and committed to county citizen well-being. 

- Believes morale within the Sheriff’s Office is at an all-time low, and aims to prioritize well-being and professional development of county officers, and develop a positive and supportive work environment.
- Believes the Sheriff’s Office currently lacks sufficient leadership, and "this has contributed to the problems we as a community face....", wants to install "strong, ethnical and visionary leadership..."
- Plans to address hiring and retention challenges in the Sheriff's Office, and plans to implement tactics aimed to attract and retain quality talent he believes are skilled and committed to county citizen well-being. 

As a Federal Air Marshall, was responsible for safeguarding U.S. air carriers, airline crews and passengers domestically and internationally while armed in an undercover capacity.

- As a Federal Air Marshall, was responsible for safeguarding U.S. air carriers, airline crews and passengers domestically and internationally while armed in an undercover capacity.

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Sheriff Richard Roundtree

Meet Richmond County sheriff candidate Incumbent Richard Roundtree

Plans to continue focusing on addressing gun violence, especially amongst youth, claiming is spans beyond law enforcement, calling it a "community project"

Said retaining deputies is a major issue, which he attributes to nationwide shortages in law-enforcement personnel. 

Said "If you continue to not support law enforcement, it will make your city less safe."

Developed a Sheriff's council as a means of communicating ideas and concerns amongst deputies.

Increased accessibility to public safety information in the local community using social media.

Developed community watch programs and anti-drug programs in schools.

Created a traffic division aimed to prevent pedestrian accidents on roads in Augusta-Richmond County.

As county sheriff, developed a citizen's advisory board of 12 members, citizens academy teaching about law enforcement and the sheriff's office, and a Youth Explorer program focusing on public safety.

As county sheriff, developed a Flock camera program aimed to increase safety, beginning with 25 cameras and expanding to over 100 in the city of Augusta.

As county sheriff, mplemented a Reserve Deputy Program to increase the size of the police force by having trained volunteers assist officers.

- Plans to continue focusing on addressing gun violence, especially amongst youth, claiming is spans beyond law enforcement, calling it a "community project"
- Said retaining deputies is a major issue, which he attributes to nationwide shortages in law-enforcement personnel. 
- Said "If you continue to not support law enforcement, it will make your city less safe."
- Developed a Sheriff's council as a means of communicating ideas and concerns amongst deputies.
- Increased accessibility to public safety information in the local community using social media.
- Developed community watch programs and anti-drug programs in schools.
- Created a traffic division aimed to prevent pedestrian accidents on roads in Augusta-Richmond County.
- As county sheriff, developed a citizen's advisory board of 12 members, citizens academy teaching about law enforcement and the sheriff's office, and a Youth Explorer program focusing on public safety.
- As county sheriff, developed a Flock camera program aimed to increase safety, beginning with 25 cameras and expanding to over 100 in the city of Augusta.
- As county sheriff, mplemented a Reserve Deputy Program to increase the size of the police force by having trained volunteers assist officers.

As of March 23, 2024, Richard Roundtree did not have a website or any information online.

Richard Roundtree

The County Sheriff is an elected official who acts as the chief law enforcement officer in their county. They are tasked with operating the county jails, keeping courtrooms secure during trials, and keeping the public safe through proper law enforcement. Each Sheriff's Office in Georgia may look a little different in how they hire and run their teams, but all County Sheriffs have the same duties. These duties include the following:

- Operating the county jail
- Providing court security
- Serving civil papers
- Executing arrest warrants
- Providing primary law enforcement within unincorporated areas of the county
- Working with city law enforcement officers to keep municipalities safe

The County Sheriff and their office are unique to other law enforcement agencies in that it has to answer to the people it serves. Historically, a turnover in the Sheriff’s office will likely result in noticeable change within the office, so voting for this office is a very effective way to vote approval or disapproval for how county law enforcement is conducted.