Nelson files to run for Lewis & Clark County Sheriff

Jay Nelson announced Thursday that he will run for Lewis & Clark County Sheriff-Coroner, saying he wants to bring leadership and transparency to the office.

A group of about two dozen supporters joined Nelson as he launched his campaign in front of the Lewis & Clark County Courthouse.

In a brief statement for the press, Nelson says he wants to bring leadership, security and transparency to the department and the community.

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