The local sheriff who leads a posse and eventually deputizes Jess. He prioritizes legal justice over vigilante justice, wanting outlaws brought in alive for trial. He successfully captures Slater but is tied up by Race during the jail break. He returns to restore order and is pleased over Race's recovery.
Tom oversees Jess's duties as a newly appointed deputy.
Tom and Race represent opposing approaches to justice.
Tom captures Slater to enforce legal authority.
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