Mike Branham

Mike Branham has an extensive career of over 29 years at the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office, starting from a corrections officer to the current position as Sheriff since 2015.

Throughout his career, Branham has held various roles including reserve deputy, 911 dispatcher and supervisor, patrol deputy, detective, detective sergeant, training coordinator, and Chief Deputy.

Branham has received specialized training in motor vehicle crash reconstruction, criminal investigations, S.W.A.T., and is a certified instructor by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board.

He has completed leadership courses at the Police Executive Leadership Academy, National Sheriff's Institute, and National Sheriff's Association Institute for Jail Operations.

Actively involved in the Indiana Sheriff's Association, Branham serves on multiple committees and is a committee member on the National Sheriff's Association Court Security, Transportation of Prisoners and Process Committee.

Branham also contributes to the Lawrence County School Safety Commission and holds certifications in National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command for emergency situations.

With a background in Motor Vehicle Crash Investigation & Reconstruction from Northwestern University Traffic Institute and a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from Oakland City University, Branham has a solid educational foundation for his career trajectory.

He has also studied Electrical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and has a background in high school education at Bedford North Lawrence H.S.

Branham's professional experience includes serving as Sheriff, Chief Deputy, Training Coordinator, Commander, Detective Sergeant, and Police Officer at the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office.

Additionally, he has ventured into consulting and governmental roles, showcasing a diverse skill set and a keen interest in physical safety and security leadership positions.