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Dakota County Sheriff Tim Leslie won't seek third term

Leslie, a Dakota County resident for more than 30 years, took office in 2014 after serving as the department's chief deputy.
Dakota County Sheriff Tim Leslie talks about his true badge of honor, his family. (Credit: KARE 11)

HASTINGS, Minn — Dakota County Sheriff Tim Leslie announced on Friday that he won't be seeking a third term this fall.

In a press release, Leslie said he would finish out his term, but said he was looking forward to the next phase.

"My plan is to work part-time and spend more time chasing the Grandkids, traveling, golfing, and volunteering," Leslie said in a press release.

Dakota County, which is the third most populous county in the state, won't be the only major Minnesota county with a new sheriff. Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson announced he wouldn't be seeking re-election as he faced mounting criticism after pleading guilty to drunk driving back in December 2021.

Leslie, a Dakota County resident for more than 30 years, took office in 2014 after serving as the department's chief deputy. A new sheriff will be voted on in November's election.

"I have had a great run, but as they say, all good things come to an end," said Leslie in a release. "I was fortunate my path led to the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office. The office is filled with high-quality people and a culture of service, tremendous pride for the history of the office, and the confidence to treat people the way they would want to be treated. Next to being a spouse and father, being elected to serve the people as the Sheriff of Dakota County has been my most significant endeavor. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to mentor, lead, and direct initiatives along the way."

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