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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jul 15, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 7, 2026 - Jul 15, 2026
- Positions: Hendricks County Commission - District 2Hendricks County SheriffHendricks County AuditorHendricks County Commission - District 3Hendricks County Superior Court Judge - Seat 5...
Job description
The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement official of the county and is responsible for ensuring that all local, state, and federal laws are followed.
Eligibility requirements
Registered voter and resident of the county for at least 1 year, not convicted of a felony
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 355 S Washington St, #218, Danville, IN 46122
Filing phone number: 317-745-9249
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Filing requirements: Declaration of candidacy (Republicans and Democrats), certification of candidacy (Libertarians), petition of nomination and written consent (minor party and independent candidates), declaration of intent to run as a write-in candidate (write-in candidates), statement of economic interest
FAQ
How often is County Sheriff elected?
The position of County Sheriff is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Hendricks County County, IN?
Declaration of candidacy (Republicans and Democrats), certification of candidacy (Libertarians), petition of nomination and written consent (minor party and independent candidates), declaration of intent to run as a write-in candidate (write-in candidates), statement of economic interest
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Where is the filing office?
355 S Washington St, #218, Danville, IN 46122.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 317-745-9249.
How do I get started running for County Sheriff?
You can start running for County Sheriff by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Sheriff does not include a primary or runoff election.
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