Mike Davis for Sheriff
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Meet Mike Davis
Mike has been married to his wife Elaine for over 29 years, has three children and two grandchildren.
With over 30 years of distinguished service in law enforcement, Mike Davis served in the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Knox County Sheriff's Department. A highly decorated professional, Davis was born and raised in Knoxville and dedicated his entire career to enforcing the law, upholding the Constitution, and has a legacy of service to the safety of our community and its people.
During Mike’s tenure with DEA, he developed and directed multiple complex investigations and served in multi-jurisdictional Task Forces. He dismantled violent Drug Trafficking Organizations in Tennessee, Arizona, New York, Michigan, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. A highly skilled Agent, Davis also trained newly hired Federal Agents and Task Force Officers, and oversaw the development of threat assessments, seized assets, compiled investigative files, arrests of traffickers and execution of search warrants.
Known for his hands on leadership, strong work ethic, and unwavering dedication to his community and Nation, Mike believes the Citizens of Knox County expect and deserve for their next Sheriff to serve with unquestioned integrity, trust, accountability, and transparency. Prior to his work with DEA, Mike started his law enforcement career at the Knox County Sheriff’s Department as a Correctional Officer and Post Certified Deputy Sheriff.
Mike Davis is a 1989 graduate from the University of Tennessee. He coached Bearden Youth Football, Doyle High Football, Upward Youth Sports, and was a Booster for the South Doyle and Bearden High School Athletic Program. He has been married to his wife Elaine for over 29 years, has three children and two grandchildren. Mike and his family are members of Sevier Heights Baptist Church.
I am very grateful for the opportunity to continue my efforts in serving Knox County, my home and neighbors that I love so much. I chose a career path that focused on helping folks in need, keeping our streets safe from drug traffickers, and holding them accountable for their actions. It would be my highest honor to serve the citizens of Knox County as Sheriff, and one thing is for certain; I would never take that responsibility for granted.”
- Mike Davis
Mike's Priorities
Secure the Sheriff’s office with Trust, Accountability and Transparency
Locate Permanent Locations for the Homeless and Eliminate Squatters
Work With ICE to Rid Our Community of Criminal Illegal Immigrants
Enforce the Law and Uphold the Constitution
Dismantle Violent Drug Trafficking Organizations
Enhance Community Involvement With the Sheriff’s Office
