SHERIFF JIM H. JOHNSON
662-680-5784
Sheriff Jim H. Johnson began his law enforcement career at age 19. Throughout his career, he has learned the value of treating people with fairness, honesty and respect. Sheriff Johnson was elected in 2003 to his first term in office. Prior to being elected, he served in many capacities:
1982 - 1989 Verona Police Department
Dispatcher 1982 - 1984
Patrol Officer 1984 - 1987
Patrol Supervisor 1987 - 1989
1989 - 2001 Lee County Sheriff's Department
Patrol Deputy 1989 - 1993
Patrol Supervisor 1993 - 1994
Criminal Investigator 1994 - 2001
Interim Sheriff 2001
2002 - 2003 Office of the Attorney General
Investigator 2002 - 2003
2004 - Lee County Sheriff's Department
Sheriff 2004 - present
2005 Appointed by Gov. Barbour to serve on the Board of Minimum Standards
Sheriff Johnson has one daughter. They are members of First Baptist Church in Tupelo, MS.
Sheriff Johnson enjoys all types of sports, skiing, and camping.
Feel free to e-mail your comments or questions to Sheriff Johnson at sheriffjohnson@leecosheriff.com