Marion County, Indiana

Marion County Sheriff

2 candidates are tracked for Marion County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: KELVIS T. WILLIAMS and TOM VAUGHN. Candidate information follows official Marion County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

KELVIS T. WILLIAMS (Democratic), TOM VAUGHN (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Marion 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 Marion County votes on this seat.

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KELVIS T. WILLIAMS

Democratic

Biography

Williams began his public safety career in May 1978 with the Indiana State Police, progressing through the ranks until retiring in 2003, per his campaign site. He then joined the Marion County Sheriff's Office in 2009 and advanced to Executive Officer in September 2023, per his campaign site. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Martin University and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command, per his campaign site. He has been involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Indiana Black Troopers Association and a Prevention of Child Abuse chapter, per his campaign site.

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TOM VAUGHN

Republican

Biography

Has served as Southport Police Chief since 2014 and previously worked for the Marion County Sheriff's Office, per WFYI. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Marion County Sheriff in 2026?

When is the Marion 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.

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Candidate roster from official Marion County and state election office filings, last verified October 1, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Also on your ballot

Marion County Small Claims Court Judge, Center Township Marion County Small Claims Court Judge, Decatur Township Marion County Small Claims Court Judge, Franklin Township See all 43 Marion County races

Candidate profiles

KELVIS T. WILLIAMS, full profile TOM VAUGHN, full profile Official Indiana election office