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The life and legacy of OC’s first female sheriff Sandra Hutchens

Sandra Hutchens, the former Orange County Sheriff from 2008-2017, recently died after a long battle with cancer. She was the county’s first female sheriff. LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano reflects on her imprint in law enforcement.

By Steve Chiotakis • Jan 13, 2021 • 6m Listen

Sandra Hutchens, the former Orange County Sheriff from 2008-2017, recently died after a long battle with cancer. She was the county’s first female sheriff. LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano reflects on her imprint in law enforcement.

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The life and legacy of OC’s first female sheriff Sandra Hutchens

Sandra Hutchens, the former Orange County Sheriff from 2008-2017, recently died after a long battle with cancer. She was the county’s first female sheriff. LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano reflects on her imprint in law enforcement.

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Greater LA

The life and legacy of OC’s first female sheriff Sandra Hutchens

Sandra Hutchens, the former Orange County Sheriff from 2008-2017, recently died after a long battle with cancer. She was the county’s first female sheriff. LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano reflects on her imprint in law enforcement.

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