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Sheriff

Richard (Rick) Watson

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Richard (Rick) Watson

Sheriff | County public safety

Verified profileLocal officeholderadministrativeUpdated Jul 11, 2026Accuracy: highData completion: 100% · Strong

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  • Sheriff | County public safety
  • Identity, office, and biography are backed by linked official government records.
  • Legislative authority and statutory role are confirmed in official public charters.
  • Current office: Sheriff
  • Leads the sheriff's office

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Richard (Rick) Watson

Sheriff

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County public safety

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  • Richard (Rick) Watson affects county public safety through the powers of the sheriff office.
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Career: St. Clair County Sheriff.

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  • Leads the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office
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Last verified Jul 11, 2026

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