One candidate is tracked for Macon County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jim Root. Candidate information follows official Macon County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
No Democratic candidate filed. Jim Root is the Republican nominee and is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the county's certified specimen 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 Macon County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Republican
Per the campaign site.
Jim Root has served as Macon County Sheriff since June 2021 and is seeking a third term, per News Channel 20. His campaign describes his platform as built on integrity, leadership and accountability, per his campaign site.
Who is running for Macon County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Macon County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jim Root. Candidate information follows official Macon County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Macon County Sheriff election in Illinois?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Illinois are on the Illinois election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Macon County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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