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Monterey County Sheriff Steve Bernal to Retire in December of 2022 and will not Run for Another Term as Sheriff

Monterey County Sheriff Steve Bernal announced on Monday, October 18 that he will be retiring as Sheriff and will not seek another term effective on December 31, 2022. Sheriff Bernal who has worked in law enforcement in Monterey County for the past 22 years and for the past 7 years as County Sheriff said that it has been an honor and a privilege to serve as County Sheriff and it's a responsibility he has taken very seriously adding that he is grateful for all of the support he's received from the community over the years. Sheriff Bernal stated that this decision was not an easy one to make indicating that he and his wife Leslie Bernal want to focus on their growing family. Sheriff Bernal went on to say that for the next 14 1/2 months he will continue to work hard and make sure the Monterey County Sheriff's Office is providing the best in law enforcement services.

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