LOCAL · WI · 2024-present
Denita Ball
Sheriff · Milwaukee County · Democrat · Wisconsin
On the record
First Black woman Milwaukee sheriff
Background
Denita Ball (Democrat) was Wisconsin's Sheriff · Milwaukee County of Milwaukee County 2024–present (2 years). Currently in office. Took office after Earnell Lucas. Note: First Black woman Milwaukee sheriff. Same-year political environment (2024): Governor Tony Evers; Attorney General Josh Kaul; Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski.
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Others who held this office in Wisconsin
- Earnell Lucas (2018-2024)
- David Clarke (2002-2017)
- Richard Artison (1991-1999)
- Lev Baldwin (1987-2003)
- Michael S. Wolke (1971-1991)
- Joseph J. Shinners (1955-1971)