Sheriff
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
Billerica, Massachusetts, United States
As a prosecutor, legislator, professor, and law enforcement leader, Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian has worked on the leading issues in public safety and public health throughout his career.
His use of specialty units has advanced the field of corrections by targeting treatment towards unique populations such as young adults, military veterans and older adults. This innovative programming has directly and substantially reduced recidivism in their participants. These results have been published in academic journals, featured by national news outlets, and labeled as best practices by multiple presidential administrations. More importantly, Sheriff Koutoujian's commitment to data-driven research has made these programs and their results replicable across the country.
His work has earned him local and national recognition, including being named the national Sheriff of the Year for 2023 by the Major County Sheriffs of America. In light of his commitment to the profession, Sheriff Koutoujian was elected by his statewide and national peers to serve as both the President of Major County Sheriffs of America and the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association.
Built to Last? Creating Culture in Modern Policing
Saturday, October 18, 2025
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM MT