The Exceptional Qualifications of Sheriff Vic Regalado
The relentless pursuit of justice requires the right man for the job. Sheriff Regalado was elected in 2016 after a 23-year career with the Tulsa Police Department.
As a former investigator with the Tulsa Police Homicide Unit and assignments that included the Organized Gang and Fugitive Warrants units, Vic has wide-ranging law enforcement experience and qualifications. He was also a nine-year member of the Tulsa Police Department’s S.W.A.T. team.
Vic has been the recipient of numerous letters of commendation, the Tulsa Police Department’s Life Saving Award and the Medal of Valor, for bravery beyond the call of duty.
In addition to his service for Tulsa County, Vic is vice chair and sheriff member for the OSBI Commission, which oversees the state agency’s investigative and forensic activities.
He is also a board member of Resonance Center for Women, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society and Tulsa CASA.
The Exceptional Story of an Immigrant Family, Serving America, Defending the Rule of Law
Sheriff Vic Regalado learned respect for freedom, courage, service to country and the rule of law at an early age.
His father, Victor Regalado, Sr., immigrated to America legally and became a citizen. He then joined the United States Air Force, retiring after 22 years and two tours of duty in Vietnam.
His mom, Maria, served in uniform as well, coordinating flight plans for the U.S. Air Force.
Vic is proud of his heritage — the son of two American soldiers, and an immigrant father who taught him about service in the defense of freedom.
It’s why Vic so passionately defends the Constitution, and it’s why he believes fervently in the enforcement of the law. It’s why Vic will never tolerate illegal activity, and under his leadership, Tulsa County will never be a sanctuary for those who break the law.
Vic has been married to Jennifer Regalado for 26 years. They met in college while Vic played football at Cameron University in Lawton; Jennifer is a Tulsa County school teacher. The Regalados have raised 3 daughters, and taught them the same American values.
