Laurie Smith
Laurie Smith | |
|---|---|
| 28th Sheriff of Santa Clara County | |
| In office December 15, 1998 – October 31, 2022 | |
| Assistant Sheriff of Santa Clara County | |
| In office 1990 – December 15, 1998 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 21, 1952 Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Brannan Smith |
| Children | Shannan Smith |
| Occupation | Sheriff of Santa Clara County, California |
| Known for | Law Enforcement |
Laurie Smith (born June 21, 1952) was the first female county sheriff in the history of California. She was the 28th sheriff of Santa Clara County, California, serving from 1998 until her early retirement in 2022, before the end of jury deliberations in her civil trial. She was found guilty of corruption and willful misconduct.