Where do Cullman candidates stand on public safety?

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U.S. Senate. Everett Wess (Democrat): His campaign identifies voting rights and equal justice as priorities. Barry Moore (Republican): No public statement found in our sources. Attorney General. Jeff McLaughlin (Democrat): McLaughlin said Alabama’s prison system needs reform, citing lengthy sentences for nonviolent offenders, overcrowding, and costs to taxpayers. He said he would support local law enforcement with adequate resources, rather than create a new police force, and also expressed support for expanding specialized courts such as drug courts. Katherine Robertson (Republican): Robertson identified prison litigation as a major challenge for the justice system and argued that newly designed correctional facilities could improve safety and help recruit correctional officers. Her campaign says she would enforce the law with strength and zero tolerance for crime, and support law enforcement. State Senate, District 4. Garlan Gudger (Republican, incumbent): He highlighted cutting the state sales tax on groceries in half and his support for law-enforcement protections. Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. Ron Sparks (Democrat): No public statement found in our sources. Corey Hill (Republican): He says he would bring back a rural crime division to address crimes such as stolen livestock and farm equipment. Cullman County Commission, Associate Commissioner District 2 (Ballot Style 4). Richard Barnett (Republican): He wants the county to support law enforcement. Cullman County Sheriff (Ballot Style 4). Chad Whaley (Republican): He said he wants to establish a dedicated warrant division, target high-crime areas, and continue the fight against illegal drugs.