Robert “Bob” Jonsen
Santa Clara County Sheriff Candidate Robert Jonsen
Robert Jonsen
Everyone in Santa Clara County deserves to feel safe, no matter what their zip code is.
I’m running for Sheriff because the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office needs change and I have a proven record established over 36 years of experience ranging from a Deputy Sheriff to Chief of Police. I am the only candidate who has led an organization through challenging times, such as a once in a century pandemic, budget reductions, staffing challenges, and police reform. I’ve managed large law enforcement staffs, balanced substantial budgets, and created award-winning community policing and crime reductions strategies.
Before the movement for criminal justice reform finally became a priority nationwide, I pushed for innovative policies that reduced crime and improved community outreach. I firmly believe that a more equitable and just community is a safer community.
As Chief of Police, I started a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team, in which police are paired with licensed mental health clinicians to respond to mental health emergencies with the objective to de-escalate situations and get that person the help they need. As your Sheriff, I will advocate for funding similar programs to ensure mental health resources are available when they are needed most.
I’m honored to have earned the support of Congresswoman Anna Eshoo, Assemblymember Evan Low, Supervisors Susan Ellenberg and Joe Simitian and dozens of other local elected officials and organizations. They know I have the experience and skills to implement reforms the Sheriff’s Office desperately needs while keeping our community safe.
I ask for your vote and a new direction for the Sheriff’s Office. Vote Bob Jonsen for Sheriff!
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