Posts Tagged ‘Jim Alderden’
The Last Bulls-Eye
This is the final chapter of the Bull's-eye and I struggled with how to close it out. Let me start by saying it has been my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Larimer County for twenty-five years, the past twelve as your sheriff. As an agency we have faced many challenges. We faced each of them head on and became a stronger and better department because of them. We've made mistakes but we've admitted them and taken steps to ensure we don't make the same mistakes again. ... Full Story
The Title is Sheriff – Not King
By Jim Alderden Larimer County Sheriff I am a firm believer that the sheriff is the highest law enforcement authority in the land and I have previously published my views on this esteemed Office. The Office of Sheriff has a long and valued history as the "protector of the shire" and is the only elected law enforcement officer making him directly accountable to the people. However, there are limitations on the powers and authority granted to the sheriff. A certain former Arizona sheriff ... Full Story
