Nicholas J. Roberts has spent most of his life in law enforcement doing honest work — not just talking about it. Now, he's running for Salt Lake County Sheriff with a clear mission: to lead a department that operates with integrity, answers to the public it serves, and focuses on real solutions to the safety challenges facing our community. From reducing crime to building trust between law enforcement and residents, Nick is committed to showing up, following through, and earning your confidence every step of the way. We want your feeback so please consider filling out our form below.
Nick Roberts brings dedicated public service, proven law enforcement expertise, and a clear vision for community safety to Salt Lake Country.
46 years of dedicated service protecting and serving Salt Lake County communities with integrity and professionalism.
46 years of dedicated service protecting and serving Salt Lake County communities with integrity and professionalism.
A career built on integrity, public safety, and community trust. These numbers reflect Nick's dedication to effective law enforcement and making a real difference.
46
Years in law enforcement
Dedicated career serving and protecting Salt Lake County communities with integrity and professionalism.
100%
Commitment to public safety
Unwavering focus on keeping our neighborhoods safe and building trust with residents throughout Salt Lake County.
1400+
Community connections
Strong relationships built with local leaders, officers, and voters across Salt Lake County and surrounding areas.
24/7
Campaign accessibility
Always available to listen, answer questions, and engage with voters about the issues that matter most.
Join our community of supporters who have endorsed Nick Roberts in the past and continue to support him for his dedication to public safety and service.
"Nicholas Roberts worked under my leadership for 16 years as Elected Sheriff of Salt Lake County, handling budgets, policy, and training for over 1,000 employees annually. His professionalism, reliability, and work ethic were consistently exceptional. I recommend him without reservation."
Aaron D. Kennard
Sheriff (Ret.), Executive Director, National Sheriffs' Association
"Nicholas J. Roberts has served alongside me as a nationally vetted NIJ subject matter expert for nearly eighteen years. His expertise, leadership, and dedication to officer safety are exceptional and widely recognized. I recommend him without reservation for Police Chief of Riverton City."
Debra Stoe
Physical Scientist, National Institute of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Department of Justice
"Nicholas Roberts has made extraordinary contributions to ASTM international standards development, chairing the E54.04 Personal Protective Equipment Subcommittee and directly shaping over 20 public safety standards covering body armor, ballistic protection, and less lethal devices. His decades of law enforcement experience and tireless advocacy for officer safety have proven invaluable to the greater law enforcement community."
Casandra Robinson
Vice Chair, ASTM Committee E54 on Homeland Security Applications
"Nicholas Roberts has contributed to NIJ body armor standards development since 2003, helping shape NIJ Standard 0101.06 and the landmark 2023 standards 0101.07 and 0123.00. He has chaired ASTM Subcommittee E54.04 since 2018 and personally assessed all five NIJ Compliance Testing Program laboratories. His contributions to officer safety at the federal level are exceptional and enduring."
Mark Greene
Ph.D., Office Director, Office of Technology and Standards, National Institute of Justice, U.S. Department of Justice
"I have worked alongside Nicholas Roberts across two assignments in Salt Lake City and consistently found him to be a man of integrity, with an exceptional work ethic and a genuine passion for law enforcement. He is collaborative, responsive, and a proven partner to federal, state, and local agencies. I recommend him without reservation."
Mary Rook
Special Agent in Charge, FBI Salt Lake City
"Nick Roberts has served Utah law enforcement with distinction for more than 40 years, advising my office on criminal justice matters, providing expert firearms testimony in state and federal courts, and serving on numerous national committees. He is a driven professional of the highest character and integrity."
Orrin G. Hatch
United States Senator, Utah
With over 40 years of experience in public service, Nick knows police work and public safety, both patrol work as an officer on the street, and police management better than anyone. I have heard other police officers talk about what an amazing officer and leader he is and how much they respect and look up to him.
Dr. Creed Haymond
Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon
Nick Roberts is a career lawman who has lived the law he seeks to uphold. With a veteran's perspective forged on the front lines, he knows exactly what it takes to keep both the community and those who serve it safe. He is remarkably intelligent, has endless energy, drive, motivation, and always does the right thing, regardless of the consequences to himself.
Patricia Knudson
Former Phoenix PD Special Assignments Unit (SWAT) Tactical Officer