Marshal Ramone Lamkin, a 1993 graduate of T.W. Josey High School, has dedicated over 25 years to law enforcement. He holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Saint Leo University and studied Professional Management at Columbus State University Command College.

Marshal Lamkin began his law enforcement career at the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, serving in the Detention Center, Road Patrol, and Traffic Division. In 2002, he joined the Georgia State Patrol, becoming a state trooper and later rising to Corporal and Assistant Post Commander in Swainsboro and Washington, Georgia. He was also assigned to the State of Georgia’s Counter Terrorism Task Force.

In 2013, he returned to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office as a Lieutenant and Division Commander of the Traffic Safety Division, overseeing 140 personnel and contributing to the daily operations of the 755-man agency. In 2019, he graduated from the FBI National Academy Session #277 and holds certifications as a Georgia POST Basic Certified and Standard Field Sobriety Instructor. He also serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Columbus State University and the Police Academy, as well as an Instructor for the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) New Chief’s School.

Elected Marshal of Richmond County in 2016, Marshal Lamkin is committed to keeping Augusta CLEAN and SAFE. Under his leadership, the Marshal’s Office has:

Investigated and charged illegal dumping cases as felonies to improve public health and community beautification.

Enhanced building security training, including active shooter training for government employees.

Implemented community programs such as Eddie Eagle to promote safety awareness.

Throughout his career, he has played a key role in initiatives like Operation Rolling Thunder, the HEAT Program, and the Fall Safety Fair Initiative in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Marshal Lamkin is a devoted father to his three children, Hailey, Amelio Jr. (A.J.), and Brooke. He attends Faith Outreach Church and is actively involved in the community, serving on the boards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the CSRA and the Child Enrichment. He is also a member of the Rotary Club of Augusta and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.

Through his leadership, dedication, and commitment to public service, Marshal Lamkin continues to make a lasting impact on Richmond County and beyond.