About

Who is Clay Chutz?

 

Clay Chutz is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over 30 years of experience in serving and protecting his community. Born and raised in St. Helena Parish, Clay always had a passion for public service and has devoted his career to keeping people safe.

Throughout his career, Clay was recognized for his outstanding service and dedication to his duty. He has received numerous awards and commendations, as well as holding one of the longest running careers on the Louisiana State Police Protective Service detail for the last six Governors.

Clay is known for his strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to upholding the law while fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and the community. He is dedicated to implementing effective crime prevention strategies, ensuring public safety, promoting community engagement and collaboration, all with a strong focus on officer training.

“Unfortunately, in today’s world, division has become a huge problem. We seem to forget that we are ALL God’s children. I can tell you that I will serve ALL people equality with dignity and respect, but talk is cheap.

I would ask you to look at my past before deciding on my future and your future Sheriff. I served and protected Louisiana’s last six Governors. Three were Republican and three were Democrat. I served and protected them and a number of our country’s Governors, Members of Congress, Cabinet Members, US Presidents, and foreign Dignitaries with the same level of service – 100%.”

– Clay Chutz

Our mission

  • Family

    I am just as much dedicated to my career as I am to my family consisting of my lovely wife Sadie King Chutz, daughter Corley Chutz McDaniel, and step-sons Billy, Chris and Joshua Tharpe(deceased).

    My loving parents were Wayne Joseph Chutz(deceased) and Miriam Calmes Chutz(deceased)

    My brothers, Carl James Chutz, Judge Wayne Ray Chutz, and Malcolm Gene Chutz(deceased)

  • Education
    • BA from Southeastern Louisiana University
      • Major in Government, Minor in History
    • Louisiana State Police Training Academy Graduate
      • Class 67 in 1990
    • Peace Officer Standardized Training (POST) Certified
    • Numerous Classes taught by LA State Police, US Secret Service, and US Army
    • Also taught many Protective Service classes to Peace Officers throughout the state and country
  • Experience
    • Retired from Louisiana State Police as a Captain with thirty years of service
    • Troop L (which covers St Helena Parish)
    • Protective Services Section
    • President of The National Governor’s Security Association for five years
      • 2011-2016
      • Elected by Detail Leaders from all fifty states
    • Guarded Louisiana’s last six Governors:
      • Buddy Roemer
      • Edwin W. Edwards
      • Mike Foster
      • Kathleen Blanco
      • Bobby Jindal
      • John Bel Edwards
    • Board Member of American Red Cross
      • Louisiana Capital Area – West Chapter
  • Faith
    • Bible believing Christian that knows he has fallen short and has accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.
    • Former member of Pine Grove Methodist Church
    • Active Member of Live Oak Church
      • Chairman of the Human Relations Committee
      • Member of the Safety Committee

Endorsements

"When I was elected Governor of Louisiana, I selected Clay Chutz to lead my State Police Protection Detail. I knew Clay to be an experienced, professional law enforcement officer. Clay served in this capacity for my first term, until his retirement in January 2020.

Clay is running for Sheriff of St. Helena Parish. Clay has served not only the citizens of this state but also the last six Governors with a commitment to professionalism, dedication, and honor for thirty years.

I offer my support and endorsement to Clay Chutz for Sheriff of St Helena Parish."

Governor John Bel Edwards,Current Louisiana Governor

"To the Citizens of St Helena Parish:

Clay Chutz has a passion for serving people. I selected him to lead my Security Detail because I trusted him with my family's safety. Clay has a long, distinguished career with the Louisiana State Police. He has always conducted himself in a professional, fair, and committed manner. His career and experience have prepared him to serve as Sheriff of St Helena Parish.

I am honored to endorse Clay Chutz for Sheriff of St Helena Parish"

Governor Bobby Jindal,former Louisiana Governor

"As daughter of Governor Kathleen Blanco, I am proud to support Clay Chutz's candidacy for St. Helena Sheriff. Throughout his tenure of service, I got to know Clay very well. I admired his work ethic, professionalism, and choice for dedicating his life to public service. Clay treats everyone he meets with the same level of respect and will serve the people of St. Helena with honesty and integrity. Please vote for Clay for Sheriff. If my mother, Governor Kathleen Blanco, were here today, I believe she would endorse Clay."

Pilar Blanco Eble,Daughter of Governor Kathleen Blanco

"To Whom It May Concern: My name is Murphy J Foster, III. My father was Governor M.J. "Mike" Foster, Jr. He was governor from 1996-2004. From the time that my dad served as governor, Clay Chutz worked with my father on his security detail. Clay epitomized the image of a professional law enforcement officer in that during his service to my father, he was not only extremely competent, he exercised clear, insightful judgement. He was also a "great guy." My dad loved Clay as does my entire family today. I understand that Clay is running for sheriff of St. Helena Parish and, if he were alive, I have no doubt whatsoever that my father would fully support Clay's candidacy. I do, because I know that Clay will make a great sheriff."

Murphy J. Foster, III,Son of Governor M.J.

"To the Residents and Voters of St. Helena Parish: This October you will have an opportunity to elect a new Sheriff. I write to offer my endorsement for Clay Chutz, who has decided to run for the office. I have known Clay for many years. My father was Governor Edwin W. Edwards, and after his election in 1991, Clay received a posting at the Louisiana Governor's Mansion as a relatively new Louisiana State Trooper. He performed his duties with an attention to detail and dedication that is rare these days. Clay was born in St. Helena Parish and his entire life has been spent in or near the Parish. He knows the people and what they expect of a law enforcement officer. The law enforcement system of our State would be well-served with Clay as Sheriff. I know how much my father respected and admired Clay. I also know that if he was still alive, he would endorse Clay's candidacy. In fact, on behalf of the Edwin Edwards family, I wholeheartedly offer my support and endorsement to Clay Chutz. He will serve the Parish with integrity and unparalleled commitment to its citizens as its newly elected Sheriff."

Stephen R Edwards,Son of Governor Edwin W. Edwards

"My name is Chas Roemer and my father was Governor Buddy Roemer. Clay Chutz was on my father's security detail, but he also became a friend to our entire family and has remained part of our life over the last 30 years. I understand that Clay is running for Sheriff of St. Helena Parish, and on behalf of the Roemer family, we want to let people know what a good man we believe Clay to be. Clay is a trustworthy, loyal, hardworking, professional, who cares about Louisiana and puts people first. Our father trusted Clay to protect his family. I'm not sure there is a bigger compliment you can give a person than that. Clay will make an outstanding Sheriff and I know my dad, Governor Buddy Roemer, would be proud to endorse him."

Chas Roemer,Son of Governor Buddy Roemer