Flipbook Pamphlet2

ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
VOTE FOR
PROVEN LEADERSHIP
SHERIFF
SAMUEL D. PRATCHER JR.
NEW CASTLE COUNTY SHERIFF

Experience
When former Governor Jack Markell appointed Sam to Sheriff of New Castle County he stated the
following, “Sam has dedicated his life’s work to serving the residents of our community. His law
enforcement and human resources experience not only gives him excellent qualifications to be County
Sheriff, but also valuable insight into ways he can help address the needs of the many Delawareans in
vulnerable positions with whom he and his staff will interact each day.”
Sam has served in a number of public service positions:
CITY OF WILMINGTON
• Director of Human Resources
• Deputy Director of Human Resources
• Chief of Police
• 25-year veteran of the Wilmington Police Department;
having served in all ranks of the Department from
Patrol Officer up to and including Chief of Police.
Sam is also a Viet Nam Veteran. Having served honorably in the U.S. Air Force, he was awarded the Silver
Star for gallantry and the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during combat operations.
EDUCATION
• Master’s Degree – Human Resource Management
• Bachelor’s Degree – Criminal Justice Administration
(Wilmington University)
(Wilmington University)

Mission
My continued goals for the Sheriff's Office include the following:
• Strengthening internals controls and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the Office
• Support the efforts of local and county government as they address vacant property issues
• Continue to improve technology within the Office
• Provide additional training opportunities for administrative staff and deputies
• Improve and/or upgrade equipment utilized by administrative staff and deputies
• Continue to support the Delaware Coalition Against Gun Violence
• Educate our citizens concerning the function of the Sheriff’s Office
Testimonials
"It's no surprise why Sam Pratcher was chosen to fill the seat of Sheriff in New Castle County.
Sam's experience and leadership alone in New Castle County as a Law Enforcement Professional sets him
apart as the top choice in Delaware to continue his role as New Castle County Sheriff.
Words like confidence, integrity and professionalism come to mind in describing Sam who I trust will
continue to proudly serve in his role as New Castle County Sheriff.”
- Michael Lawson
Former FOP President
Former City of Wilmington Police Office
Upon receiving endorsement by the Delaware AFL-CIO, the organization’s President, James Maravelias
stated,
“We are pleased to announce this first round of endorsements for the 2018 election season. These
candidates will stand and fight for middle-class and working class families."

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