8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
Run for County Sheriff in Daggett County, UT
Election Date: Jun 23, 2026Filing Deadline: Mar 19, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
- Positions: Daggett County SheriffDaggett County Sheriff
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
Candidate must be a United States citizen, a registered voter in the county in which the individual seeks office, has successfully met the standards and training requirements established for law enforcement officers under Title 53, Chapter 6, Part 2, Peace Officer Training and Certification Act; or has met the waiver requirements in Section 53-6-206; is qualified to be certified as a law enforcement officer as defined in Section 53-13 103; and as of the date of the election, will have been a resident of the county in which the individual seeks office for at least one year.
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 Daggett County, UT?
Filing Fee: $50 plus 1/8 of 1% of the total salary for the full term of office legally paid to the person holding the office for all other federal, state, and county offices. Petition Signature Requirement: 3% of the registered voters who are residents of the area permitted to vote for the county office and are permitted by the qualified political party to vote for the qualified political party's candidates in a primary election
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
95 North 1st PO Box 400 West Manila, UT 84046.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 435-784-3154.
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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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