LOCAL · OH · 1977-2009
Gerald T. McFaul
Sheriff · Cuyahoga County · Democrat · Ohio
NOTABLE
On the record
32-year tenure; pleaded guilty 2010 to corruption (theft + having sex with subordinate)
SEVERITY · FELONY
Background
Between 1977 and 2009, Gerald T. McFaul held the Sheriff · Cuyahoga County of Cuyahoga County seat in Ohio, a 32-year tenure. Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Joseph M. Sweeney (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Press-relevant: 32-year tenure; pleaded guilty 2010 to corruption (theft + having sex with subordinate). Same-year political environment (1977): Governor James A. Rhodes.
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Others who held this office in Ohio
- Harold Pretel (2024-present)
- David Schilling (2019-2024)
- Clifford Pinkney (2015-2019)
- Frank Bova (2011-2014)
- Bob Reid (2009-2011)
- Gerald McFaul (1977-2009)
- Joseph M. Sweeney (1955-1976)