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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 2, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: May 19, 2026 - Jun 2, 2026
- Positions: Lincoln County Commission - District 5Lincoln County Auditor/TreasurerLincoln County Soil and Water Board - District 4Lincoln County Soil and Water Board - District 5Lincoln County Soil and Water Board - District 2...
Job description
The Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement protection and service throughout the county, operates and maintains a detention facility (Jail), acts as officers of the court to provide courthouse security and prisoner conveyance, directs emergency management, conducts search and rescue operations, and oversees recreational education and enforcement.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be an eligible voter in Minnesota, 21 upon assuming office, resident in the district for 30 days before general, cannot have filed for another office at the upcoming primary or general election, must be licensed as a peace officer in Minnesota.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 319 N Rebecca, PO Box 29, St, Ivanhoe, MN 56142
Filing phone number: 507-694-1529
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $50; or signature requirement of 500 instead of the filing fee.
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 nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Lincoln County County, MN?
Filing fee is $50; or signature requirement of 500 instead of the filing fee.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
319 N Rebecca, PO Box 29, St, Ivanhoe, MN 56142.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 507-694-1529.
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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