Craighead County, Arkansas

Craighead County Sheriff

One candidate is tracked for Craighead County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jason Allen. Candidate information follows official Craighead County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Sheriff Marty Boyd, first elected in 2012, retired rather than seek reelection after a 34-year law enforcement career, per KAIT8. Jason Allen won the March 3, 2026 Republican primary over Randy Eggers 5,919 votes to 1,018, per KAIT8, and is unopposed in November.

What this office does

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 Craighead County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Jason Allen

Republican

Top priorities

Responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources
Investigating and assisting in the prosecution of criminal activity
Protecting vulnerable populations while using emerging technology and maintaining a high standard of conduct

Per the NEA Report campaign announcement.

Biography

Jason Allen is Assistant Chief Deputy of the Craighead County Sheriff's Department, serving as Patrol Captain and commander of the SWAT, K-9, and Dive teams, with 19 years in law enforcement, per the NEA Report. He is a graduate of the Black River Technical College Law Enforcement Training Academy and a lifelong Craighead County resident and former small business owner, per the same source. No campaign website was found as of September 9, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Jason Allen.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Craighead County Sheriff in 2026?

When is the Craighead County Sheriff election in Arkansas?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Arkansas are on the Arkansas election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Craighead County ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Craighead County and state election office filings, last verified October 2, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Craighead County Circuit Clerk Craighead County Assessor Craighead County Treasurer See all 27 Craighead County races

Candidate profiles

Jason Allen, full profile Official Arkansas election office