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Gwinnett County Sheriff:
Gwinnett County Sheriff : Sheriff Keybo Taylor
On November 3, 2020, Sheriff Keybo Taylor was elected as the first African American Sheriff for the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office.
A native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Sheriff Taylor joined the Gwinnett County Police Department in 1983. His 29 years of law enforcement experience included undercover investigations that encompassed the Criminal Investigations Division and the Special Investigations Section.
By 1994, Taylor was assigned to the FBI Drug Task Force. In 1995, he became the first African American to be promoted to Sergeant. He continued his career as a supervisor in the Uniform Division. Taylor also served as a first-line supervisor in Special Operations (COPS Program) and Criminal Investigations (Narcotics Squad).
In 2000, Taylor was promoted to Lieutenant and served as Unit Commander leading the Gwinnett County Drug Task Force. By 2007, Taylor received his appointment as Major; he was the first African American within the Gwinnett County Police Department to achieve the rank of Major. As a Major, he managed both the East and South precincts.
Sheriff Taylor credits a significant portion of his career advancement to his educational and professional development. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Mercer University and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Columbus State University.
Sheriff Taylor has received the Intermediate, Advanced, Supervision, and Management certifications through the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST). He is also a Certified General Post Instructor, a graduate of the Georgia Law Enforcement Command College Class X, a graduate of the DEA Drug Unit Command Academy, and a certified Crisis Intervention Trainer.
Sheriff Keybo Taylor took office on January 1, 2021. Sheriff Taylor's first days in office were marked by an end to the 287(g) Program, the dissolution of the litigious Rapid Response Team, the installation of an Anti-Gang Unit, and the implementation of the Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit.
As a former volunteer football coach, Sheriff Taylor still enjoys football games and mentoring youths about positive decision-making through sports. He also makes it a priority to spend family time with his three children and seven grandchildren.
Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office
2900 University Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Main Line: 770.619.6500
2900 University Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Main Line: 770.619.6500
Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office
Mission Statement
To serve and protect through dedication, professionalism, active cooperation with the community, and respect for human dignity.
The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office sets a standard of excellence. With over a million residents across 17 municipalities, we are dedicated to serving every citizen with innovation, excellence, and efficiency. Our team of more than 800 operates 30 miles northeast of the Atlanta metropolitan area. Proudly certified by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC), we are committed to enhancing the quality of care and treatment for incarcerated individuals housed at the Gwinnett County Jail.
Sheriff Keybo Taylor
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Sheriff Keybo Taylor was elected on November 3, 2020, and took office on January 1, 2021. A native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Sheriff Taylor joined the Gwinnett County Police Department in 1983. With over 30 years of law enforcement experience, he has been involved in undercover investigations within the Criminal Investigations Division and the Special Investigations Section. In 1994, he was assigned to the FBI Drug Task Force. He later served as a supervisor in the Uniform Division, Special Operations (COPS Program), and the Criminal Investigations (Narcotics Squad) Unit. In 2000, Sheriff Taylor was promoted to Lieutenant and became the Unit Commander, leading the Gwinnett County Drug Task Force. By 2007, he had advanced to the position of Major, managing both the East and South precincts. Sheriff Taylor attributes much of his career advancement to his dedication to education and professional development. He holds a Bachelor of Administration in Criminal Justice from Mercer University and a Master of Public Administration from Columbus State University. Additionally, he has received Intermediate, Advanced, Supervision, and Management Certifications through the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST). He is also a Certified General Post Instructor, a Georgia Law Enforcement Command College Class #10 graduate from the DEA Drug Unit Command Academy, and a certified Crisis Intervention Trainer. As a former youth football coach, he enjoys mentoring adolescents and fostering positive behavior by using sports as a platform for growth and teamwork. He also prioritizes quality time with his three children and eight grandchildren. |
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