Deschutes County commissioners appoint Capt. Ty Rupert as interim sheriff

Jul 29, 2025

The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners voted to appoint Capt. Ty Rupert as interim sheriff for an 18-month term ahead of the 2026 election; Commissioner Chang abstained.

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The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on July 29 appointed Captain Ty Rupert as interim sheriff, approving board order 2025-031 and naming him to serve an 18-month term that will span the run-up to the 2026 election.

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