As of April 8, 2024, Clint Bass did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

As of June 7, 2025, Clint Bass did not have a website or any information online.

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Linton graduated with an associate’s degree in law enforcement from Thomas University. He acquired certifications in leadership and management from the Carl Vincent Institute with the University of Georgia and Columbus State University. Deloach served as a volunteer fireman and first responder with the Highway 144 Fire Department. He is married, and has three daughters.

Linton held the title of Warden/Superintendent for eight years before retiring with 30 years of service for the Georgia Department of Correction.

Ballotpedia: Lincoln Deloach

Linton Deloach's campaign for county sheriff is his first entry into politics.

Said, "I will work tirelessly with efforts to reduce the Illegal drug activity."

Said, "I will be prudent and efficient and provide the highest level of law enforcement within the allotted budget set by the County Commissioners."

Said, "I will be transparent and have monthly meetings with the public so that I can hear suggestions and any concerns can be addressed within guidelines."

Said, "I will work within our community to seek out assistance with mental health and substance abuse for citizens that law enforcement has regular contact with. "

Said, "I will work with County management to provide the county with an Animal Control Program."

Supports grants that "cover community education, crime prevention efforts, substance abuse resources, mental health resources, disability/ accessibility resources, specialized training, supplies to execute normal work duties, and so much more."

- Said, "I will work tirelessly with efforts to reduce the Illegal drug activity."
- Said, "I will be prudent and efficient and provide the highest level of law enforcement within the allotted budget set by the County Commissioners."
- Said, "I will be transparent and have monthly meetings with the public so that I can hear suggestions and any concerns can be addressed within guidelines."
- Said, "I will work within our community to seek out assistance with mental health and substance abuse for citizens that law enforcement has regular contact with. "
- Said, "I will work with County management to provide the county with an Animal Control Program."
- Supports grants that "cover community education, crime prevention efforts, substance abuse resources, mental health resources, disability/ accessibility resources, specialized training, supplies to execute normal work duties, and so much more."

Said, "I will work with our Judges and DA office to provide effective alternative sentences to reduce recidivism within the County Jail."

- Said, "I will work with our Judges and DA office to provide effective alternative sentences to reduce recidivism within the County Jail."

Said, "I will be proactive in community policing building intel and keeping records on repeat criminal activity."

Said, "I will work with the city of Baxley Police Department as a separate entity, but also as a team to provide all citizens with equal and fair law enforcement."

- Said, "I will be proactive in community policing building intel and keeping records on repeat criminal activity."
- Said, "I will work with the city of Baxley Police Department as a separate entity, but also as a team to provide all citizens with equal and fair law enforcement."

Linton Deloach

Appling County Sheriffs Office, Meet Sheriff Mark Melton

Mark received a degree in criminal justice from Valdosta State University. He is marred and has one daughter. Melton is a member of the Baxley Church of God and works with their youth group.

Mark has 38 years of overall law enforcement experience.

Mark W. Melton is currently the county sheriff in Appling County. He was elected in 2016.

Has conducted citizen gun safety and awareness classes.

- Has conducted citizen gun safety and awareness classes.

As of June 7, 2025, Mark W Melton did not have a website or any information online.

Mark W Melton

The County Sheriff is an elected official who acts as the chief law enforcement officer in their county. They are tasked with operating the county jails, keeping courtrooms secure during trials, and keeping the public safe through proper law enforcement. Each Sheriff's Office in Georgia may look a little different in how they hire and run their teams, but all County Sheriffs have the same duties. These duties include the following:

- Operating the county jail
- Providing court security
- Serving civil papers
- Executing arrest warrants
- Providing primary law enforcement within unincorporated areas of the county
- Working with city law enforcement officers to keep municipalities safe

The County Sheriff and their office are unique to other law enforcement agencies in that it has to answer to the people it serves. Historically, a turnover in the Sheriff’s office will likely result in noticeable change within the office, so voting for this office is a very effective way to vote approval or disapproval for how county law enforcement is conducted.