Texas sheriff oversight

Polk County

Byron Lyons, Sheriff 127 FTE (2022) $10.9M budget (Adopted FY2026 (Sheriff's Department + Jail operating, all funds; excl. capital & constables)) $216/resident
Staffing breakdown source: census_cog_e_2022 2022
Sworn officers 39 (31%)
Custody officers 69 (54%)
Civilian staff 19 (15%)
Total 127
Jail facilities source: jail facility data 2026
Facility Beds
Polk 362