
Proven experience and trusted leadership make Jon Nyce for Sheriff a strong candidate for San Juan County, New Mexico.

Proven experience and trusted leadership make Jon Nyce for Sheriff a strong candidate for San Juan County, New Mexico.
Jon Nyce for Sheriff is committed to staffing the U.S. Marshal positions in New Mexico to effectively target violent offenders, crimes against children, and narcotics cases—addressing the worst of the worst in our San Juan County community.
To enhance the efficiency of the justice system in San Juan County, it's essential to build coordination with the District Attorney's office, judges, probation/parole, and the public defender's office, as Jon Nyce for Sheriff emphasizes in his campaign for Sheriff candidate in New Mexico.
To support our deputies effectively, we must provide them with the training, equipment, and resources they need to excel in their roles. As the tip of the spear in law enforcement, deputies require strong backing from their administration. As Jon Nyce for Sheriff, a dedicated sheriff candidate in New Mexico's San Juan County, I am committed to ensuring our deputies have the necessary tools to serve our community.
Support Jon Nyce for Sheriff in New Mexico, where we prioritize proven programs that assist individuals in San Juan County struggling with addiction to receive treatment instead of just jail time.
Jon Nyce for Sheriff aims to build stronger partnerships in New Mexico to bring closure to families of missing and endangered Indigenous People in San Juan County.
I proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1990-1994. My time in the military instilled in me the values of discipline, honor, and commitment to mission, which I carry forward as I run as a Sheriff candidate in New Mexico's San Juan County, supporting Jon Nyce for Sheriff.
I began my law enforcement career in 2009 with the San Juan County Sheriff's Office as a patrol deputy. My journey then led me to the Region II Narcotics Task Force, where I served as an undercover narcotics agent. In this role, I played a significant part in removing hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine from the streets of New Mexico and contributed to the arrest of dozens of cartel members. As I pursue my goal as a Sheriff candidate, I draw on these experiences to advocate for safer communities in San Juan County and support my campaign for Jon Nyce for Sheriff.
In 2019, I transitioned to serve as a criminal investigator with the Law Office of the Public Defender for the State of New Mexico. In this role, I reviewed cases from every law enforcement agency in San Juan County. I spend time in the courtroom frequently and have a firsthand view of how and why arrests are not turning into convictions in our county. As a Sheriff candidate, my experience positions me to understand the challenges we face in law enforcement.
Collaboration with federal agencies is essential for effective law enforcement, especially in New Mexico. As Jon Nyce for Sheriff, a dedicated sheriff candidate for San Juan County, I prioritize partnerships with key federal entities such as the Department of Homeland Security, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the United States Marshals Service (sworn U.S. Marshal). Additionally, I recognize the importance of working closely with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Secret Service, particularly on critical cases involving counterfeiting and human trafficking.
From 1998 to 2009, I served as the Western Regional Manager for Atlantic Air, where I successfully managed a multimillion-dollar branch with over 50 employees. In my role, I handled an annual budget exceeding one million dollars, oversaw hiring and firing processes, managed inventory across multiple branches, and led sales operations. This extensive experience has equipped me with strong leadership, organizational, and financial management skills that I will bring to my candidacy as Jon Nyce for Sheriff in San Juan County, New Mexico.

I am honored to announce my candidacy as Jon Nyce for Sheriff of San Juan County. Having been a long-time resident of San Juan County, I have dedicated my career to protecting and serving this community in New Mexico.
My experience in law enforcement and at the Law Office of the Public Defender for the State of New Mexico has provided me with a unique perspective on how cases are handled. This experience highlighted the urgent need for improved training and accountability within the San Juan County Sheriff's Office.
This period in my career was pivotal. Witnessing both the strengths and weaknesses of our justice system from the defense side made it clear to me that our Sheriff's Office must evolve to better protect our citizens, support our deputies, and ensure that justice is served fairly.
My diverse background—from serving in the U.S. Air Force to leading a multimillion-dollar business operation, and working on both the prosecution and defense sides of the justice system—has equipped me to lead the Sheriff's Office with integrity, accountability, and vision.
As your Sheriff candidate, I am committed to ensuring that our deputies are well-trained, our community is well-protected, and our justice system remains both fair and effective.
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