Late Monday, Lubbock Republican, Jody Barnes (pictured) announced he is running for Lubbock County Constable, Precinct 2 in the 2016 GOP Primary.

Barnes states he has previous law enforcement experience with the Slaton Police Department.  Currently, he operates a food vending service for his occupation.

Barnes states his experience as a police officer, and a business owner, will give him the ability to effectively serve the people of Lubbock County.

Jody Barnes is a graduate of Monterey High School and earned his Peace Officer's License from South Plains College.

Barnes' complete law enforcement experience includes: serving as a jailer in Lubbock County and working with the Slaton, Floydada and Florence police departments.

No word on if the current Constable for Precinct 2, Joe Pinson, will run for re-election in next year's Republican Primary.  Pinson ran unopposed in 2012 Republican Primary and General Election.

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