The CLEAR CHOICE
for Kerr County Sheriff
"If elected your Kerr County Sheriff, I will utilize my 31 years’ experience in law enforcement, over 5,000 hours of law enforcement training, my relationships with other law enforcement agencies, and my business experience to serve the people of Kerr County.
I will always act in accordance with the US and Texas Constitutions to protect Kerr County’s citizens and interests.
As your Sheriff, I will work tirelessly to keep our community a safe and desirable place to live.
I would appreciate your support." - LLL
2020 GENERAL ELECTION DATES
Meet Larry Leitha
As a native Texan and a long-time resident of Kerr County, Larry Leitha has dedicated his life to a career in law enforcement. A 1984 graduate of Center Point High School, Leitha went on to receive his associate degree in applied science from San Antonio College, completed law enforcement training from San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy, and completed Department of Public Safety Trooper Training Academy in 1994.
For the past 30 years, Larry had been active in law enforcement including positions with Medina County Sheriff’s Department as deputy, Devine Police Department as patrol sergeant and field training officer, and Texas Department of Public Safety trooper. He served as narcotics sergeant and special agent for Kerr, Kendall, Gillespie, and Bandera counties, including federal narcotics investigations in Maverick, Gonzalez, and McMullen County.
Larry also worked jointly with U.S. Marshals and the FBI as Task Force Officer investigating high-risk fugitives and sex offenders, and violent criminal gang activity involving the Mexican Mafia, Texas Syndicate, Aryan Brotherhood, and MS-13.
Other duties involved working alongside ATF, DEA, and ICE special agents in investigating human trafficking, illegal weapons, and counterfeit currency.
Larry also worked narcotics smuggling under Operation Secure Texas as well as participated with San Antonio Police Department and Bexar County Sheriff’s Department’s Violent Crime Task Force.
Special responsibilities have also included serving on protective detail for the Governor and national elected officials such as Congressmen Paul Ryan and Steve Scalise. His experience and participation in statewide emergency events also earned him a position on the Regional Accident Reconstruction Team and the Regional Civil Disturbance Management Team.
Because of his dedication and superior work in law enforcement, Leitha has earned several awards and certifications including TCOLE Peace Officer Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Master Peace Officer, and Texas DPS Division Director’s Award.
As a father of four children, he also feels it is important to serve his community in various volunteer positions, which he did by serving on the Center Point Independent School District Board, Little League President and V. President, Hill Country District Livestock Association member, Center Point Athletic Booster President and V. President, and coach and fundraiser coordinator for various youth activities.
Since his retirement from the DPS last year, Larry has been working as Regional Manager for Trentco Management, LLC and as reserve deputy for LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department.
Qualifications & Experience
From the Highways of Texas to fighting drugs, gangs, and fugitives with Federal agencies like the DEA, FBI, US Customs, Secret Service, and ATF, Larry Leitha's extensive experience spans more than 31 years. He's successfully filed more than 350 felony cases to protect the people of Texas from drugs and violent criminals, and been a part of bringing over 150 fugitives to justice.
Experience & Education
Medina County Sheriff’s Deputy
Devine Police Department Patrol Sergeant
Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper
Masters Peace Officer's License (Since 2003)
TCOLE Law Enforcement Instructor
San Antonio College Graduate (Associate Degree 1988)
Alamo Area Regional Law Enforcement Academy, Graduate 1989
Texas Department of Public Safety Academy, Graduate 1994
Former Trentco Management Regional Manager overseeing $10M+ budget with 60+ employees at 8 different locations throughout Texas
Active in the Community
Center Point HS Graduate, 1984
Four children who all graduated from CPHS
Center Point Little League President & Athletic Booster President
Kerrville Little League Member
Center Point FFA & 4H
Elks Lodge Member
NRA Life Member
RWKC Associate Member
HC District Junior Livestock Show Association Board Member
Attends Calvary Temple Church
Former Member, CPISD Board of Trustees, overseeing a $4.5M budget
Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Law Enforcement Narcotics Sergeant
- Conducted long-term complex criminal investigations
- Conducted joint investigations with
- The Drug Enforcement Agency, focusing on large drug and asset seizure investigations
- The BATFE, focusing on firearms and gang investigations.
- The Secret Service, working on money laundering investigations
- The United States Marshal Service, arresting violent fugitives throughout the State of Texas
- Meth Lab Certified & Raid Entry Trained
- Worked with several city and county task forces
Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent
- Assigned to assist the DPS Governor’s Protective Detail with protection of elected officials
- Assigned to a DPS High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). Conducted long term, complex investigations related to large quantities of illegal drugs and money seizures. Assisted with investigations into human trafficking and sex trafficking.
- Assigned to Operation Secure Texas (OST) in the Rio Grande Valley for 3 years: Assisted Texas Highway Patrol (THP) with drug, gun & currency seizures and fighting human trafficking.
- Conducted joint investigations with United States Border Patrol (USBP). Conducted joint investigations with Customs and Boarder Protection (CBP). Conducted long term complex investigations related to large quantities of illegal drugs.
- Assigned to Violent Crime Task Force (VCTF) in San Antonio: Conducted joint investigations with San Antonio Police Department and Bexar County Sheriff’s Department focusing on the highest crime rate areas in San Antonio.
FBI Task Force Officer - Safe Streets Violent Gang Task Force (SSVGTF)
- Worked Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) cases
- Worked on long term criminal investigation with drug and asset seizures
- Worked Federal cases on the Mexican Mafia, Texas Syndicate, Aryan Brotherhood, Aryan Circle, MS-13, Bandidos
Over 5,000 Hours of Law Enforcement Training
Larry Has Over 30 years of Continuous Training, in Areas Including:
Investigations and Operations (FBI)
LE Management & Supervision
Human Trafficking
Methamphetamine Investigation
Cultural Diversity
Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
Stress Management in LE
Interviews & Interrogation (US DOJ)
Clandestine Laboratory Interdiction
Auto Theft
Marijuana Cultivation Investigation
Tactical Firearms
International Terrorism (US Air Force)
Narcotics Prosecution
Family Violence
Mechanics of Arrest and Search
Vehicle Interdiction (US DOT)
Intelligence and Investigation
Survival Awareness (US DOJ)
Domestic Money Laundering
Combating & Surviving Terrorism
Designer Drugs
Fourth Amendment Issues
Covert Operation Procedures
Officer Survival
Domestic Marijuana Eradication
Gang Investigations
Accident Investigation
Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations
Raid Entry
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Asset Forfeiture
Identity Theft
The Mexican Mafia
Computer Crime Investigations
Cyber Security
Crisis Intervention Training
Crime Scene Investigation
Management / Supervision
Use of Force
Collection & Preservation of Evidence
Endorsed By...
Broad Support from Law Enforcement, Community and Business Leaders, and Many Others...
Lucy Wilke Endorsement
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PO Box 242
Center Point, Texas 78010