As ‘Experience Is The Best Teacher,’ State Can Set Requirements For Sheriff Candidacy

First Amendment, Public Office, Public Safety Labor News, State and Local Statutes

To be elected county sheriff in California, a person must meet certain law enforcement experience and education requirements set forth in the state’s government code. In 2018, local business owner Bruce Boyer filed a candidate application to be placed on the ballot for Ventura County Sheriff in an upcoming primary election, Boyer did not have…