What's the real story behind the badge in Smith County? Join us, as we delve into the pressing issues of crime and law enforcement with the three-time elected Smith County Sheriff Larry Smith. With nearly four decades of experience, Sheriff Smith unravels the complex realities on the ground, especially the worrying growth of fentanyl trafficking and the strategies being developed to counteract this growing menace, such as the Texas Anti-Gang Center initiative. As we further navigate through the complexities of law enforcement, we turn our focus to the specific challenges faced by Smith County Jail. The trials of overcrowding, staff recruitment, and retention are addressed candidly by Sheriff Smith, who also shares his future vision for the county's jails. If you've ever wondered about the workings of the law enforcement system, this conversation is a behind-the-scenes look into the gritty everyday operations. Hear directly from Sheriff Larry Smith about his ongoing dialogue with the Smith County Commissioner's Court and their shared commitment to his vision.(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)

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