Charles R. Edwards Jr.

Where they are running

• Local offices on the Alabama ballot
• Alabama

Also running

• Lee Simmons Republican

Where they stand

Sheriff's role: As sheriff, Edwards would oversee the office, support deputies, manage resources, and ensure accountability.

Active policing: Edwards would remain actively involved in policing, work alongside deputies in the field, and respond to community needs.

Community policing: Edwards says deputies should be known in every community, not just seen when something goes wrong.