2026 North Carolina General Election

2026 North Carolina Primary Election

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Chad Pennell

Chad is a retired law enforcement captain. He served at the Alexander County Sheriff's Office, where he led deputies and managed daily operations until his retirement in July 2020.

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Chad Pennell is currently the sheriff of Alexander County, North Carolina. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

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Chad is retired law enforcement officer. He previously worked as a deputy sheriff for the Alexander County Sheriff's Office for 27 years, serving in various roles, including patrol, investigations, and school resource officer. 

Chad is currently the Alexander County sheriff. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

Chad Pennell is currently the Sheriff of Alexander County, North Carolina. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

Chad is a retired sheriff’s captain. He worked at the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office until his retirement in 2020.

Chad Pennell is currently Alexander County Sheriff representing Alexander County. He was elected in 2022 and has served one term.

Alexander County Sheriff's Office

Chad is a retired law enforcement officer. He previously worked for the Alexander County Sheriff's Office.

Chad is currently the sheriff of Alexander County. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. Before becoming sheriff, he served as a captain in the Alexander County Sheriff's Office.

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Public Safety

Jail Management

Criminal Justice

- The sheriff is responsible for enforcing the law, managing security in jails and courtrooms. They also oversee daily conditions of the jail and inmates in custody and serve legal documents such as warrants and eviction notices. Their ultimate responsibility is to protect the community. 

Responsible for enforcing the law and overseeing jails. 