For the first time in more than 20 years there is no incumbent running for sheriff in Santa Clara County. Current Sheriff Laurie Smith has decided not to seek re-election after a series of controversies. Robert Handa reports.
Candidates running for Santa Clara County sheriff share their pitches to voters speaking on the key issues they feel are most important. Each candidate submitted to NBC Bay Area a 30-second "elevator" pitch ahead of the June primary that you can watch below.
Sheriff Laurie Smith is not seeking re-election after announcing her retirement in March.
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The videos below follow the order in which candidates will appear on the ballot.
Sean Allen
Christine Nagaye
Kevin Jensen
Bob Jonsen
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