[elkfersupper]

He has that power.

I believe that you are correct in that my friend. At least that's the way it is in NM.

I love county sheriffs. They are subject to the whim of the electorate every 2 - 4 years, and are absolutely accountable and powerful, if only they have the gonads to exercise the power.

[george76]

"Sheriff: Police told not to repeat raids"

Can the sheriff of the county tell the city manager and dictate to the chief of police and to the Federal government that drug busts can NOT be done within the city limits?

http://www.aspentimes.com/article/20051209/NEWS/112090042

[george76]

Pitkin County Sheriff Bob Braudis (far left), Woody Creek artist Michael Cleverly (center) and former Aspen Daily News Editor Curtis Robinson (right) reflect on the life and death of Hunter S. Thompson at the premier of "When I Die."