Joey McCarthy, a lifelong Lamar County resident, veteran law enforcement officer, and father of two first responder sons, has announced his candidacy for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5-2, subject to the Republican primary.
“I’ve spent my life serving the people of Lamar County, and I believe that experience matters,” McCarthy said. “As Justice of the Peace, I will bring steady leadership, fairness, and a strong work ethic to ensure our community is served with respect and integrity.”
Through his professional career and extensive volunteer service, McCarthy has developed a broad range of experience, including preparing budgets and tax rates, grant writing, charity fundraising, organizing community events, and working with both adults and juveniles in professional and informal settings.
McCarthy has dedicated more than 32 years to public service in law enforcement and holds a Master Peace Officer certificate. He currently serves as an investigator with the Lamar County Sheriff’s Office, where he continues to work directly with the citizens of Lamar County.
In addition to his law enforcement career, McCarthy has served on the Reno City Council for the past 16 years, including eight years as Reno Mayor Pro-Tem. His community involvement also includes service on the board or as a member of Lamar County Meals on Wheels, Reno Fire and Rescue, Student Crime Stoppers, Adult Crime Stoppers, Breakfast Optimist, and the Red River Valley Fair Association.
McCarthy says his lifelong commitment to Lamar County and his hands-on experience in public service have prepared him to serve effectively as Justice of the Peace.
