16 Years of Experience Bring Deputy Eric Kern to Lyon County

Yerington NV – September 7, 2026

From Lyon County Sheriff’s Office:

Deputy Eric Kern has successfully completed his Field Training and will be assigned to Southern Command (Mason Valley patrol area). Deputy Kern is a lateral with 16 years of prior law enforcement
experience with the Storey County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputy Kern grew up in Douglas County and is a lifelong resident of Northern Nevada. Prior to his career in law enforcement, Deputy Kern was a vehicle mechanic.

Deputy Kern is looking forward to the next chapter in his law enforcement career with the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.

Join us in congratulating and welcoming Deputy Kern!