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Times Gazette, Voters give nod to Schneider in sheriff's race; unofficial count is 4,542 to 4,096

Kurt holds degrees in fire science, criminal justice technology, engineering, technology, and law enforcement from the University of Cincinnati. He lives in Ashland with his wife, Candice. 

Kurt is a local business owner. He previously worked as a deputy sheriff for the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office. He also worked as a police officer, fire investigator, paramedic, sheriff’s deputy, and bomb technician. 

Kurt Schneider's campaign for Ashland County Sheriff is his 1st run for public office.

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Promises to reinstate 911 dispatching from Ashland County on his first day in office.

Promises to reinstate 911 dispatching in Ashland County "On Day One..."

- Opposes heavy government involvement.
- Opposes gun control.
- Promises to reinstate 911 dispatching in Ashland County "On Day One..."

Public Safety

Jail Management

Believes in "Upholding & Defending Our Constitution" in regards to criminal justice.

Believes in "Upholding & Defending Our Constitution".

Believes in addressing the "drug crisis."

Believes in combating illegal immigration and child trafficking.

Plans to combat undocumented immigration and child trafficking.

- Opposes abortion access.
- Believes in "Upholding & Defending Our Constitution".
- Wants to address "the Drug Crisis". 
- Plans to combat undocumented immigration and child trafficking.

Criminal Justice

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Kurt Schneider

Kurt lives in Ashland with his wife Candice. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with degrees in fire science engineering and criminal justice technology - law enforcement.

Kurt has worked as a police officer, fire investigator, paramedic, sheriff’s deputy, and bomb technician. He has 13 years of experience as a deputy in the Ashland County Sheriff’s office.

Kurt Schneider's campaign for sheriff of Ashland County is his first run for public office.

Believes his experience as a first responder and local business owner will help him protect county families.

Believes in enhancing public safety measures to protect local families.

Believes public safety is paramount, citing the 2016 911 call of a woman whispering for help as her abductor slept nearby.

Believes in enhancing public safety measures.

Believes improving public safety measures will "reduce response times and save lives."

Believes in maintaining the Sheriff's Office as a "Beacon of Trust."

Prioritizes addressing the "drug crisis."

- Believes in maintaining the Sheriff's Office as a "Beacon of Trust."
- Prioritizes addressing the "drug crisis."
- Plans to combat undocumented immigration and child trafficking.
- Promises to reinstate 911 dispatching from Ashland County on his first day in office.
- Opposes gun control.

As of August 7, 2024, Kurt Schneider’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Believes in "Upholding & Defending Our Constitution" in regards to criminal justice.

Kurt Schneider lives in Ashland with his wife Candice. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with degrees in Fire Science Engineering and Criminal Justice Technology - Law Enforcement.

Kurt Schneider has worked as a police officer, fire investigator, paramedic, sheriff’s deputy, and bomb technician. He has 13 years of experience as a deputy in the Ashland County Sheriff’s office.

As of August 16, 2024, Kurt Schneider’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- The County Sheriff has complete police jurisdiction over all municipalities, and provides full police protection to the unincorporated areas of the county.
- The County Sheriff is responsible for enforcing the laws of Ohio and the United States. 
- County Sheriffs are responsible for operating and maintaining the county jail. 
- The County Sheriff aids the Common Pleas Court with security during trials, issues warrants, and serves court orders. 
- County Sheriffs are elected to 4 year terms. 

The chief law enforcement officer in the county.