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“My campaign is about you, not about power, prestige or party.
Join us as we bring about a LEADERSHIP FOR CHANGE!”

Retired JSO Assistant Chief Lakesha Burton is the leader who will bring change to Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. During more than 24 years of professional law enforcement experience she set records for reducing crime in the area she commanded for JSO. During her time as a patrol and enforcement commander in the Arlington/Beaches area, she and her team of officers reduced murders, gunfire, burglaries and home invasions more than did officers in any other zone. She’s ready to engage citizens, businesses and other stakeholders in a new brand of community policing.

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ENDORSMENTS

For Lakesha Burton for Sheriff

LT. LARRY GAYLE

LT. LARRY GAYLE

Retired JSO Police

Burton wants neighborhood officers to get to know the folks in the areas they patrol and build meaningful relationships. She wants officers to be public servants, both guardian and warrior – not just one or the other. She understands that service can require force but also service is about compassion. A sheriff is the face of the agency.

BISHOP RUDOLPH W. MCKISSICK JR. AND FIRST LADY KIM MCKISSICK

BISHOP RUDOLPH W. MCKISSICK JR. AND FIRST LADY KIM MCKISSICK

Bethel Church

We support Assistant Chief Burton for sheriff because she has proven herself to have a heart for this city. She wants to make our streets safer and build bridges between police and our community.

ASHLEY CETIN

ASHLEY CETIN

Atlantic Beach

Assistant Chief Lakesha Burton is exactly what the Jacksonville community needs. Her passion to help others is apparent in everything she does.

KAREN JEFFERY COPLAND

KAREN JEFFERY COPLAND

Westside

Assistant Chief Burton has the necessary experience and passion to be the next Sheriff of Jacksonville. She leads from the front and has always been visible in the community.

CAMPAIGN NEWS

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Find a Duval County Early Voting Site

Find a Duval County Early Voting Site

DUVAL COUNTY EARLY VOTING SITES For the November 8, 2022, General Election All Early Voting Sites below will be open October 24, 2022 – November 6, 2022 7:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. Secure ballot intake stations are located inside each of the sites listed below. SUPERVISOR...

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Cummings Cites Burton’s Strategic Plan in Endorsement

Cummings Cites Burton’s Strategic Plan in Endorsement

STRONG COMMAND PRESENCE, DEEP KNOWLEDGE” HAVE EARNED BURTON RESPECT JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Dr. Tony Cummings, a former U.S. Army Military Police supervisor and longtime JSO officer today formally endorsed former JSO assistant chief Lakesha Burton’s campaign for sheriff....

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Poll: Burton ‘Tied’ For Lead

Poll: Burton ‘Tied’ For Lead

JACKSONVILLE — Sheriff’s candidate Lakesha Burton holds a substantial lead over all other Democrat candidates, and is virtually tied with the lone Republican in the race going into the final week of the campaign, according to a new UNF Public Opinion Research Lab poll...

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Burton Leads All Candidates in New UNF Poll

Burton Leads All Candidates in New UNF Poll

From the Florida Times-Union article on Feb. 17, 2022:  In the sheriff’s race, Burton has the edge over two Republicans: T.K. Waters at 27% and Matthew Nemeth at 15%. Trailing the pack were Democratic candidates Tony Cummings at 4% and Wayne Clark at 2%. UNF Pollster...

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Burton Campaign Continues Successful Fundraising Blitz

Burton Campaign Continues Successful Fundraising Blitz

Bipartisan Support Passes $664,000 in Five Months Jacksonville sheriff’s candidate Lakesha Burton’s campaign and a supporting political committee raised more than $114,000 in August, a traditionally tough month for campaign fundraising. The campaign and committee have...

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Lakesha Burton for Jacksonville sheriff

Lakesha Burton for Jacksonville sheriff

Lakesha Burton, a candidate for the 2023 race for Jacksonville sheriff and currently an assistant chief in the department, is assembling a remarkable coalition of supporters that includes a growing group of well-known Republican donors, turning her into the most...

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Burton Campaign Raises Almost $500K in Two Months

Burton Campaign Raises Almost $500K in Two Months

Jacksonville Sheriff Candidate Lakesha Burton’s campaign and a supporting political committee have raised almost $500,000 in two months, including significant donations from both Democrat and Republican community leaders. “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the...

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Historic Campaign Starts Strong

Historic Campaign Starts Strong

Florida Politics (June 10, 2021) — Duval County has seen Democrats underperform, failing to win countywide offices despite a registration advantage. However, 2023 could potentially usher a sea change in the Sheriff’s Office, held for many years by Republicans....

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Meet & Greet Initiative Kicks Off

Meet & Greet Initiative Kicks Off

We’ve kicked off our Meet & Greet: The Woman Behind the Badge initiative. Assistant Chief Burton is enjoying connecting with the community and sharing why she is passionate about her next role. Want to host a fundraiser and introduce Lakesha Burton to your...

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Burton to run for Jacksonville Sheriff

Burton to run for Jacksonville Sheriff

Haley Harrison – First Coast News JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The race to be the next sheriff of Jacksonville is already historic with the first Black woman to run for the position: JSO assistant chief Lakesha Burton. Sheriff Mike Williams’ term ends in June 2023, and he...

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