One candidate is tracked for St. Clair County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Billy J. Murray. Candidate information follows official St. Clair County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Billy J. Murray, the incumbent sheriff per the sheriff's office's own website, did not appear on the contested Republican primary sample ballot, indicating he qualified unopposed; no Democrat qualified. He is treated as the sole nominee on the November 3 ballot pending the county's general-election sample ballot.
Sheriff. The sheriff runs the county's law enforcement agency, operates the county jail, provides courthouse security and serves court papers such as warrants, subpoenas and evictions. In many counties the sheriff's office is the primary police force for areas outside city limits. The sheriff hires deputies and manages the office's budget within what the county board approves.
This race. Every voter in St. Clair County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Billy J. Murray is the incumbent St. Clair County sheriff, who has served the county for 32 years and was sworn in as president of the Alabama Sheriffs Association in January 2026, per the sheriff's office. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026.
Who is running for St. Clair County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for St. Clair County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Billy J. Murray. Candidate information follows official St. Clair County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the St. Clair County Sheriff election in Alabama?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Alabama are on the Alabama election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact St. Clair County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official St. Clair County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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