One candidate is tracked for New Castle County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Scott Phillips. Candidate information follows official New Castle County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Incumbent Scott Phillips is the only candidate who filed; unopposed candidates appear on Delaware's November 3 ballot. From the Delaware Department of Elections certified filing lists.
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 New Castle County votes on this seat. The sitting officeholder, Scott Phillips, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Democratic Incumbent
Per New Castle County government.
Scott Phillips has been New Castle County Sheriff since 2019, per the county's official biography page. A former New Castle County police officer and deputy since 2006, he founded the Police Athletic League of Delaware. No campaign website was found as of September 12, 2026.
Who is running for New Castle County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for New Castle County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Scott Phillips. Candidate information follows official New Castle County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the New Castle County Sheriff election in Delaware?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Delaware are on the Delaware election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official New Castle County and state election office filings, last verified September 27, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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