Paul Penzone | |
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37th Sheriff of Maricopa County | |
In office January 1, 2017 – January 12, 2024 | |
Preceded by | Joe Arpaio |
Succeeded by | Russ Skinner (acting) |
Personal details | |
Born | Trenton, New Jersey, U.S. | March 29, 1967
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | Glendale Community College Northern Arizona University |
Paul Penzone (born March 29, 1967)[1] is a former American law enforcement officer. He was the sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. Penzone was elected sheriff in 2016, defeating longtime incumbent Joe Arpaio. Penzone is a former sergeant in the Phoenix Police Department.[2][3]