[bcsco]

He would be breaking the law, and refusing to enforce the law. A Sheriff cannot just do this on a whim. He could even be prosecuted for this.

I understand that. But I thought the proper route in such cases would be recall, then prosecution; or beginning prosecution procedures while in office. I'm simply questioning the governor's authority to fire a sitting county sheriff.

Keep in mind, I'm from Illinois and am thinking of our recent history with Blago...

[stephenjohnbanker]

He can be indicted, and removed from active office, pending trial.