"The plans for the sheriff's department, I've got a solid foundation; people like it," said Kyule.

Kyle believes he can handle it even though some viewers have asked KY3 News if he really can serve after he filed for bankruptcy about three years ago.

"I took out a loan to start a business and, a month later, Uncle Sam called and I was in the middle of Iraq fixing to go to war and that's it in a nut shell," said Kyle.

The question is whether the personal bankruptcy could keep Kyle from being bonded, which is a requirement for sheriffs. Insurance agent Bill White has written bonds for about a half dozen public officials.

"It depends on the type of official that you are, and the amount of the bond," said White. "Based on my personal experience in the companies I represent, if it's a $25,000 bond or less for police, sheriff, that type of public official, that bond would be freely underwritten; there would be no credit check whatsoever."

And if a judge doesn't set the amount too high, Kyle should have no problem being bonded. The only hurdle he has is easing any public fears.

"Why do they call being called up for war a sacrifice? Some people lose their legs, some guys lose their lives, I lost my business and my house. It's an explanation, not an excuse," said Kyle.

White said the higher a judge sets the bond, the more difficult it is to get. He added that what would likely make it easier in this case for Kyle is, since his primary job would not be handling money, that's a point in his favor.

Kyle is up against independent candidate Ralph Phillips for sheriff.