Jefferson County Barber Commission

Sheriff Mark Pettway believes public safety extends beyond enforcement. It includes mentorship, advocacy, and strengthening trusted community spaces. Through an ongoing partnership with the Jefferson County Barber Commission, the Sheriff’s Office supports licensed barbers across Jefferson County, helps ensure compliance standards are maintained, and collaborates on initiatives that promote mental health, fatherhood, and conflict resolution.

The Barber Commission and its partner, the Brother Let’s Talk initiative, encourages men to seek support and engage in meaningful conversations across Jefferson County. Barbershops often serve as trusted spaces where fathers and sons connect, mentorship happens, and community bonds are strengthened.

About the Jefferson County Barber Commission
Established in 1951, the Jefferson County Barber Commission regulates barbering throughout the county. The Commission oversees the licensure of barbers, barbershops, instructors, and apprentices to ensure professionalism, public safety, and industry standards. The Commission promotes professional standards, licensing, continuing education, and fair enforcement of barbering laws. In partnership with the Sheriff’s Office, it helps ensure barbershops remain trusted, well-regulated spaces serving both the public and the profession.

Barber Commission Staff:

Rhegess Perry – Chairman
Carlos Bryant Sr. – Commissioner
Juan F. Cepeda – Commissioner
Quincy Moore – Inspector

“Protecting our community means supporting the institutions that shape it. Through our partnership with the Jefferson County Barber Commission, we are reinforcing professional standards while uplifting spaces that encourage mentorship, fatherhood, and meaningful dialogue.” — Sheriff Mark Pettway