Maricopa County Sheriff Candidate Faces Storm of Controversies

Democratic candidate for Maricopa County Sheriff, Tyler Kamp, is facing escalating scrutiny following allegations of sexual harassment stemming from his final year with the Phoenix Police Department. New evidence has emerged, detailing an earlier legal violation that raises additional concerns about his conduct during his law enforcement career.

Documentation from the Arizona Department of Public Safety and Payson Regional Justice Court, as reported by AZ Free News, shows that on August 10, 2019, Kamp was pulled over for driving without current vehicle registration. He reportedly pleaded guilty to this charge and faced a $300 fine under Arizona Revised Statute §28-2532.

Further investigations reveal discrepancies in Kamp’s driver’s license. The citation indicates that he was using an outdated license, which listed his residence in Waddell—a home he had sold in 2011. Furthermore, records confirm that he had not updated his address despite moving about eight years prior.

In addition to the registration violation, Kamp was also driving 17 mph over the speed limit when he was stopped. Radar clocked him at 52 mph in a 35 mph zone on SR260 in Gila County. Interestingly, he was not charged for the speeding or the outdated license, which could also be violations under Arizona law.

Investigations into Kamp’s past reveal additional troubling behavior. Earlier reports, including those from ABC15, outlined allegations from a rookie police officer who accused him of sending sexually harassing text messages. The officer’s complaints were substantiated by evidence presented during an investigation by the City of Phoenix Equal Opportunity Department (EOD).

Kamp has denied the allegations, insisting that the investigation lacked thoroughness and suggesting that the texts were taken out of context. However, discussions reportedly included intimate remarks and inappropriate comments about the officer’s attire, occurring between 2020 and 2021.

In a separate incident, records indicate that Kamp was suspended for one day in 2014 for unauthorized access to a confidential law enforcement database. He was also reprimanded for misuse of his assigned city vehicle in 2013. These incidents collectively paint a concerning picture of Kamp’s tenure in law enforcement as he campaigns for the sheriff position.

As the election approaches, Kamp’s controversial past may significantly impact his bid for office.