Craighead County Sheriff Marty Boyd Says He Won’t Seek Re‑Election

Sheriff Marty Boyd Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-election

JONESBORO, Ark. — After 34 years of dedicated service in law enforcement, including 13 years as Sheriff of Craighead County, Sheriff Marty Boyd announced today that he will not seek re-election for another term.

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“It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the citizens of Craighead County as their Sheriff,” said Sheriff Boyd. “I am incredibly grateful for the support the community has shown me, my deputies, and my detention officers. I’m immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together in making our county a safer, more prosperous place.”

“I would also like to express my deep appreciation to my wife, Tonya, and to our daughter, Neely, for their unwavering love and support,” stated Sheriff Boyd.

Sheriff Marty Boyd has been a highly decorated public servant and a recognized leader in law enforcement throughout Arkansas. His extensive career is marked by numerous accomplishments and significant contributions to public safety.

In 2018, Sheriff Boyd was awarded Arkansas Elected Official of the Year, he was named the 2019 Attorney General Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer of the Year and various other notable distinctions throughout his career as Sheriff. He has also received the honor of being placed on multiple Governor’s Task Forces, served on the Arkansas Sheriff’s Association Board (President 2021-2022), and serves on the Arkansas Association of Counties Board.

Sheriff Marty Boyd began his career in 1991 with the Craighead County Detention Center and transitioned to the Sheriff’s Office in 1992. He served in many capacities until 2012 when he was elected as Sheriff of Craighead County. At his term’s end, he will have completed 14 years as Sheriff and over 35 years in law enforcement.

Sheriff Boyd helped establish the Crisis Stabilization Unit, which provides treatment to those who need it and lessens the strain on our court system. He has also added more deputies, school resource officers, and special task force teams, and provided critical incident training for all officers.

Sheriff Marty Boyd will continue to serve the remainder of his term with the same dedication that has marked his distinguished career. He extends his heartfelt thanks to the citizens for their continued trust and to the men and women behind the Craighead County badge serving with honor, integrity, and loyalty under his leadership. He looks forward to ensuring a seamless transition for the next individual to lead the Sheriff’s Office.