Ever since former Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine fell short of the runoff in the August election for Mayor, speculation has spread through the community that he may run for office again. Since Prine’s resume is heavy in law enforcement, the best guess was that he might run for Mobile County Sheriff.

Mobile’s County Sheriff is up for election in the May 19 Republican primary. Now, it is official. Paul Prine announced his candidacy for Sheriff of Mobile County on Monday.

“After thirty years of dedicated public service and recently retiring as Chief of Police for the City of Mobile, I am proud to announce my candidacy for Mobile County Sheriff in the 2026 election. The safety and security of Mobile County’s citizens must remain a top priority. The Sheriff’s Office not only bears the respons

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