Lt. Governor Burt Jones Wraps Up National Crime Prevention Month with Major Sheriff Endorsements Across Georgia

ATLANTA, GA – Lt. Governor Burt Jones today announced the endorsement of a statewide coalition of sheriffs from every corner of Georgia — wrapping up National Crime Prevention Month with a powerful show of strength from the men and women on the front lines of keeping our communities safe. The announcement underscores Jones’ unwavering support for law enforcement and his commitment to building a safer, stronger Georgia.

Key Endorsers Include:

These law-and-order leaders are backing Lt. Governor Jones because of his proven record of:

• Increasing funding for local law enforcement so officers have the tools, training, and technology they need to do their jobs safely and effectively.
• Treating the fentanyl epidemic as a public safety crisis and passing tougher sentencing laws — increasing mandatory minimums for traffickers and closing dangerous legal loopholes.
• Enhancing retirement benefits for officers to recruit and retain a strong, stable, and experienced law enforcement workforce.
• Strengthening penalties for violent criminals — including sex traffickers, gang members, and repeat offenders who threaten the safety of Georgia families.

This new wave of endorsements follows the campaign’s growing coalition of support, which already includes dozens of state leaders — and the endorsement of President Donald J. Trump.

“It’s an honor to have the support of so many sheriffs who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. “These men and women see firsthand the challenges we’re facing — from rising crime to the fentanyl crisis — and they know we need strong, decisive leadership to keep Georgia on the right track. Together, we’re going to stand up for law and order, support our law enforcement, and build a safer, stronger future for every Georgia family.”