Sheriff Eric Wallen

for Lyon County Sheriff

Contact Me:

Email: ericwallenforsheriff@gmail.com

PO Box 192
Marshall, MN  56258

• Experienced
• Effective Leadership
• Commitment to Lyon County

Paid for by the candidate on his own behalf.

Hi, I'm Eric Wallen and I would be honored to continue serving as your Sheriff.  My education and 24 years of experience as a deputy, investigator, a sergeant, and the last several years as the Lyon County Sheriff have prepared me well to continue this role. The Sheriff's duty is to keep and preserve the peace of the county, oversee the county jail, and operate a county-wide emergency 911 call center. Such a role, when not performed correctly, can subject the county to civil liability-which is ultimately passed to the taxpayers.  This is why we need a Sheriff with experience and education-which is why I am again asking for your vote to continue providing professional law enforcement services to the citizens of Lyon County.

As your Sheriff, I will continue to work tirelessly to build on the strong legacy of leaders in the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.  My mission is to make sure that every Lyon County citizen is safe in their home and community.

Meet Sheriff Eric Wallen

Eric is a life-long resident of the Lyon County area. Raised on a farm, Eric learned the importance of a strong work ethic from his parents. After graduating from Minneota Public High School, Eric attended Alexandria Technical College in the Alexandria, MN earning a law enforcement degree.

While attending Alexandria Technical College Eric began working for the Lyon County Sheriff's Office as a correctional officer.  Upon graduation,  Eric was promoted to the position of deputy sheriff.  Eric continued to rise through the ranks of the Sheriff's Office, and was promoted to the positions of Investigator and then Sergeant.  In 2018 Eric was elected Sheriff of Lyon County, and have been serving as your Sheriff since 2019.

Eric understands the value of higher education and has earned two degrees from Southwest Minnesota State University during his tenure with the Sheriff's Office. Eric holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration and a degree in Law Enforcement Administration which allow him to be a responsible steward of taxpayer resources.

Eric and his family reside in Marshall, where he is actively involved in multiple civic organizations. When he isn't on duty, you can find him attending various community events and fundraisers, or taking in the sights of Lyon County on his motorcycle.

SMSU Graduate degree commencement

Light up the Night Parade

Sit Down with the Sheriff at the Marshall Adult Community Center