LOCAL · CA · 1975-1979
Tom Houchins
Sheriff · Alameda County · Democrat · California
NOTABLE
On the record
Houchins v KQED — 1978 SCOTUS jail-press-access case
Background
Between 1975 and 1979, Tom Houchins held the Sheriff · Alameda County of Alameda County seat in California, a 4-year tenure. Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Frank P. Madigan; succeeded by Glen Dyer. Note: Houchins v KQED — 1978 SCOTUS jail-press-access case. Same-year political environment (1975): Governor Jerry Brown.
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Others who held this office in California
- Yesenia Sanchez (2023-present)
- Greg Ahern (2007-2023)
- Charles Plummer (1987-2007)
- Charlie Plummer (1987-2007)
- Glen Dyer (1979-1987)
- Frank P. Madigan (1963-1975)