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County Sheriff in Sangamon County, Illinois
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- June 15, 2026 - June 22, 2026
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County Sheriff
About this position
The Sheriff is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of the Circuit Court, Director of Safety and the Administrator of the County Jail. Main functions include: Provide basic police services to the unincorporated areas of the county. Maintain a complete record of all traffic accidents, arrest, investigations and complaints. Maintain security in the Courtrooms and Custodian of the Courthouse.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be a United States citizen, must be a resident of the county for 1 year, must be a registered voter in the county, and must not be a convicted felon.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee; Signature requirement 0.5% of the qualified electors of their party who cast votes at the last preceding general election in their county. Independent candidates: Not less than 5% nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater), signed by qualified voters of the county, of the total number of persons who voted at the last General Election in the county.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
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