Richard Mack
Richard Mack | |
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Mack in downtown Phoenix, Arizona in January 2011. | |
| Sheriff of Graham County, Arizona | |
| In office 1988–1996 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard Ivan Mack December 27, 1952 Arizona, United States |
| Political party | Libertarian Republican |
| Occupation | Founder of Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association |
| Known for | Printz v. United States |
Richard Ivan Mack (born December 27, 1952) is an American political activist, who served as the sheriff of Graham County, Arizona from 1988 to 1996. A former lobbyist for Gun Owners of America, he is known for his role in a successful lawsuit which alleged that portions of the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act violated the United States Constitution. Mack is also the founder of Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association and sits on the board of directors of the Oath Keepers.