Sue Rahr

Sue Rahr is a nationally recognized leader in law enforcement reform and police training. She is known for her work in promoting community-oriented policing, procedural justice, and de-escalation techniques.

Rahr served for 33 years with the King County Sheriff's Office in Washington state, rising through the ranks to become Sheriff in 2005. During her tenure, she implemented innovative strategies to reduce crime and improve community relations. She retired from the Sheriff's Office in 2012.

Following her retirement, Rahr became the Executive Director of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), the agency responsible for training all law enforcement officers in the state. She transformed the WSCJTC into a national model for police training, emphasizing ethics, cultural competency, and crisis intervention. Her work at the WSCJTC focused on developing and implementing curriculum grounded in evidence-based practices.

Rahr has served on numerous national boards and committees related to law enforcement and criminal justice. She is frequently sought after as a consultant and speaker on topics such as police legitimacy, use of force, and building trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. She is a vocal advocate for police reform and a strong proponent of creating a culture of accountability within law enforcement agencies.