Charmaine McGuffey

Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey is a thirty-eight-year veteran of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and has served as sheriff since January 4, 2021. During her tenure, she has advanced the professionalism of the department, ensured fiscal responsibility, improved the infrastructure of the Justice Center, increased efficiencies through improved technology, and has focused on training opportunities and wellness programs for the staff. These priorities have resulted in improved safety for staff and the community, adherence to best practices in policies and procedures, and a reduction in excessive use of force incidents. During her tenure as commander of Jail and Court services, McGuffey was named local and regional “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year” and was honored by the Ohio House of Representatives for being named the 2016 Public Citizen of the Year by the Ohio Chapter of NASW. She was also included in the 2013 Cincinnati Enquirer’s list of “Professional Women to Watch.” Charmaine is married to Christine Sandusky. They live in Cincinnati with their two dogs.