Lauderdale Co. Sheriff wants more for deputy uniforms; Commission chair not on board

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FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) – In an effort to bring professionalism to the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department, the new sheriff wants to update several key components.

Four decades ago, Sheriff Rick Singleton started his law enforcement career with the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department.

There’s one thing that has remained the same since he first put on his service belt: The amount of money deputies get to purchase uniforms.

“We want a professional department, and part of being professional is looking the part. You can’t do that when you get a $75 check in three or four months after you come to work to pay for your uniforms,” Singleton explained.

Lauderdale County is one of only three in the state in which a uniform allowance must be increased through an act in the Legislature. In an attempt to raise the allowance, Singleton drafted a bill giving control of the amount back to the County Commission.

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