Chad Whaley

Background

Whaley was identified as the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office director of communications and a lieutenant when he qualified for sheriff. He has said he wants to expand and enhance the school resource officer program; the sources reviewed did not state how long he has lived in the area.

Sources: The Cullman Tribune: Whaley officially qualifies to run for Cullman County sheriff, ABC 33/40: Cullman County Sheriff candidates share plans for staffing, drug enforcement and schools

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Enforcement priorities

  He said he wants to establish a dedicated warrant division, target high-crime areas, and continue the fight against illegal drugs.

  The Cullman Tribune: Whaley officially qualifies to run for Cullman County sheriff

• Training

  He said he wants to strengthen and streamline training for deputies and citizens to improve professionalism, preparedness, and community partnerships.

  The Cullman Tribune: Whaley officially qualifies to run for Cullman County sheriff

• School safety

  He said a day-one priority would be at least two school resource officers on every high-school campus.

  ABC 33/40: Cullman County Sheriff candidates share plans for staffing, drug enforcement and schools