Eric Strong for Los Angeles County Sheriff

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Strong Leadership. Strong Priorities. Strong Policies.

“By listening to the community we can put their needs first. I will strive to lead by example, and I will work with the community, stakeholders, and Elected Officials to identify solutions to our many shared problems. My platform is based on what I know is broken, and what our community is demanding their leaders take action to fix.”

Deputy Gangs and LASD's Dated Culture

Eric is the only candidate that has led investigations into incidents involving deputy gangs.

AS SHERIFF, ERIC WILL:

Acknowledge the existence of deputy gangs within the department and move decisively to eliminate them by banning the groups outright and implementing recommendations from the Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee and Office of the Inspector General.

Alternatives to Incarceration

With family members that have been incarcerated, Eric understands how important it is that we right-size the footprint of a sprawling criminal justice system that often exacerbates recidivism, insecurity, and homelessness.

AS SHERIFF, ERIC WILL:

Be the first elected Sheriff in history to not support building a new Men’s Central Jail as approximately 1/3rd of the in-custody population has behavioral and mental health challenges. By treating this population, we can better address the behavioral health crisis on our streets, its connection to homelessness and recidivism, and we can avoid building a costly new jail.

Use of Force

Jurisdictions with more restrictive use of force policies have fewer injuries to citizens and officers alike. When police unnecessarily and inappropriately use force we undermine trust in our community, and that makes everyone less safe.

AS SHERIFF, ERIC WILL:

Change use of force policies and the use of lethal weapons tactics to ensure police are using force when they must, not simply because they can.

Helping Victims and Reducing Crime

When someone is is victimized they are in a most vulnerable moment. It is necessary they are treated with great care and compassion and are made to feel safe.

AS SHERIFF, ERIC WILL:

Put the needs of victims first and take steps to protect them from their perpetrators and re-victimization. Ensure victims are able to freely participate in the justice system process, and that they receive verbal and written information about services and available assistance, which will guide them through a difficult journey.

Trust and Transparency

Respect is earned, it is not demanded. We must prove that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deserves the community's trust by earning it. By ensuring full transparency, the LASD can regain its stature as a respected agency so that we can better serve the needs of our community.

AS SHERIFF, ERIC WILL:

Fast track the use of body-worn cameras on all deputies engaging with the public.

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Los Angeles, CA 90045

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