Delaware County, Indiana

Delaware County Sheriff

2 candidates are tracked for Delaware County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: David Williams and Jeff Stanley. Candidate information follows official Delaware County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

David Williams (Democratic), Jeff Stanley (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Delaware County Sheriff, per the Secretary of State's 2026 general election candidate list (updated August 27, 2026).

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 Delaware County votes on this seat.

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David Williams

Democratic

Biography

David Williams is a Delaware County sheriff's deputy running as the Democratic nominee for Delaware County Sheriff, per a local wire report. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.

Jeff Stanley

Republican

Top priorities

Supports proactive policing targeting violent criminals and repeat offenders
Wants to build partnerships with schools and businesses to prevent crime
Pursuing revenue options such as federal inmate housing to offset costs

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Jeff Stanley has served as Delaware County Sheriff's Office chief deputy since 2019, with more than 30 years in law enforcement spanning patrol, criminal investigations, SWAT, and the bomb squad, according to his campaign site. He holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and criminology from Ball State University, per Woof Boom Radio News.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Delaware County Sheriff in 2026?

When is the Delaware County Sheriff election in Indiana?

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

How do I see my exact Delaware County ballot?

Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.

Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Delaware County and state election office filings, last verified September 27, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Delaware County Assessor Delaware County Commissioner, District 3 Delaware County Council, District 1 See all 18 Delaware County races

Candidate profiles

David Williams, full profile Jeff Stanley, full profile Official Indiana election office