Experience
Integrity
Progress

Prestigious Honors

Carl Bowen has garnered numerous accolades, including being named the Sheriff's Association Texas Lawman of the Year in 2016 and graduating from the prestigious FBI National Academy session 261 in 2015.

Senator Ted Cruz & Sheriff Carl Bowen

Texas Lawman of the Year Award

Sheriff Carl Bowen & Senator Lois Kolkhorst

Education, Certifications & Community Involvement

Setting Higher Standards. Leading By Example.

Education

Graduated Cuero High School 1982
Associate Degree Community College of the Air Force
Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice
American Military University
Master's Degree in Applied Criminology
Texas A&M-Commerce 2021
FBI National Academy Session 261
Over 3,680 hours of Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Training
31 Years of Law Enforcement Experience

Community Involvement

Project Lifesaver
Board of Trustees - Gulf-Bend Mental Health and Rehabilitation
Sheriff's Association of Texas - Legislative Committee
Sheriff's Association of Texas - Jail Advisory Committee
Sheriff's Association of Texas - Technology Chairman
Lion's Club - Past President, Current Member
Rotary Club - Past President, Current Member
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission Committee for Homeland Security, Public Safety and Criminal Justice

Certifications

Master Peace Officer
Mental Health Officer
Instructor - Texas Commission of Law Enforcement
Commercial Drone Pilot - Part 107 - Federal Aviation Administration
All Required Certificates for FEMA Disaster Management

Continuing to Move Forward: My Vision for DeWitt County

Throughout my tenure, I've prioritized the well-being of our Sheriff's Office employees, implementing policies to enhance retention and morale. I will continue setting higher standards, leading by example to create a culture of excellence.

Collaboration is at the heart of my approach. Partnerships with other agencies, including the 287G program with ICE, contribute to community safety. I will strengthen these collaborations, addressing multi-agency issues like human trafficking.

As we move forward, my focus remains on raising standards within the Sheriff's Office, ensuring our commitment to excellence in law enforcement. Together, we'll continue to address pressing community issues and uphold the highest standards. I look forward to the opportunity to serve DeWitt County for another term.