Nabil Shike

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Nabil Shike

Democratic Party

Prior offices

Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4

Predecessor: Trever Nehls

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Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3

Successor: Ali Sheikhani

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Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Lamar University

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Birthplace

Houston, Texas

Profession

Police officer

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Nabil Shike (Democratic Party) was a member of the Fort Bend County Constables in Texas, representing Precinct 3. He assumed office on January 1, 2022. He left office on December 31, 2024.

Shike (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Fort Bend County Constables to represent Precinct 3 in Texas. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Nabil Shike was born in Houston, Texas. He earned a bachelor's degree from Lamar University. Shike's career experience includes working as a police officer. He has been affiliated with the Texas Democratic Party, with the Fort Bend Tejano Democrats, the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats, the AFL-CIO, the TMPA, the Fort Bend Young Democrats, and with the Houston Muslim Democrats.

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Fort Bend County, Texas (2024)

General election

General election for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3

Ali Sheikhani defeated incumbent Nabil Shike in the general election for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ali Sheikhani (R)	52.1	40,091
		Nabil Shike (D)	47.9	36,830

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 76,921
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Democratic primary runoff election

Democratic primary runoff for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3

Incumbent Nabil Shike defeated Marion Glenn in the Democratic primary runoff for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 on May 28, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nabil Shike	55.3	1,087
	Submit photo	Marion Glenn	44.7	878

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,965
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3

Incumbent Nabil Shike and Marion Glenn advanced to a runoff. They defeated Manu Pooparayil in the Democratic primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nabil Shike	44.3	5,220
✔	Submit photo	Marion Glenn	29.4	3,470
	Submit photo	Manu Pooparayil	26.3	3,106

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,796
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3

Ali Sheikhani defeated Aqeel Virk in the Republican primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 on March 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ali Sheikhani	81.6	8,917
		Aqeel Virk	18.4	2,012

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 10,929
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2020

See also: Municipal elections in Fort Bend County, Texas (2020)

General election

General election for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4

Nabil Shike defeated John Hermann in the general election for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nabil Shike (D)	51.7	45,772
	Submit photo	John Hermann (R)	48.3	42,719

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 88,491
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4

Nabil Shike defeated Joseph Villarreal in the Democratic primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nabil Shike	50.5	7,809
	Submit photo	Joseph Villarreal	49.5	7,640

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 15,449
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4

John Hermann defeated Mike Nguyen in the Republican primary for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	John Hermann	69.3	9,257
	Submit photo	Mike Nguyen	30.7	4,098

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,355
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Campaign themes

2024

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2020

Nabil Shike completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Shike's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Nabil Shike, Democratic nominee for FortBend County Constable Precinct 4 has been a police officer since 2014 and has run a very successful real estate investing business. I Hold an advanced police officer license through TCOLE, has 5,400 total hours with TCOLE, was awarded the 2017 Community Service of the Year Award and the FBI LEEDA Trilogy award. I am a first line supervisor and have held the rank of Sergeant. I am a field training officer, crime scene photographer and a police instructor. I hold a bachelors degree in Criminal justice. I am married and have 2 daughters.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Implement the 21st century police model
• Mandatory body cameras for all deputies
• Diversify command staff with qualified individuals who represent the community we serve

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about rebuilding the trust with the community. I want to build relationships and bridges rather than walls by implementing true community-oriented policing while having an open door policy. My values consist of Faith, Family and Service to Others. I will implement real policy changes overseen by the command staff and a citizens review panel from the community. The panel will also be apart of the complaint process as well as use of force.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I have been blessed to have many mentors in life. I look up to my father. He is the Resilient and has been through many challenges in his life. My father has always seemed to overcome them and has taught me how to respect everyone and any failure is actually a success as It helps build character.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Truthfulness and integrity.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am honest, truthful, have integrity. I am a God fearing and family man. I want to serve my community and have always had the passion to help.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To be the chief law enforcement officer in the Precinct.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

There have been many historical events in my lifetime but the Houston Rockets sinning back to back championships probably was the 1st major event I was excited about. I remember my father putting me on his shoulders and going outside running down the street chanting "Houston Rockets"

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was as a lifeguard. As a avid swimmer, I loved swimming and going to the pool. Because my strength in swimming I felt what better way to enjoy what I love while being able to protect patrons.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Growing up I always enjoyed books by Dr. Seuss. Now as a father I enjoy reading some of his books to my daughters.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

This is a tough question but I believe I am going to have to go with Mr. Incredible.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"Eye of the Tiger"

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The Constable's primary duties include civil process, Bailiffs for the JP courts and execute Class C Misdemeanors. Constable agencies and the Constable's deputies also provide patrol and are fully empowered police officers.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, I believe to be the Constable, you have to understand what the Constables duties are. I have worked my entire career with Constable agencies in different capacities but mainly as a patrol officer.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

As a law enforcement officer and executive, you have to be approachable and be a people's person. You have to be able to listen to your deputies, command and constituents. You have to be fair, firm and consistent.

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