One candidate is tracked for Scott County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Luke W. Hennen. Candidate information follows official Scott County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Luke W. Hennen is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Scott County Sheriff, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings (Minnesota prints unopposed county races).
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. Nonpartisan: candidates appear without party labels. Every voter in Scott County votes on this seat. The sitting officeholder, Luke W. Hennen, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Nonpartisan Incumbent
Luke Hennen has served as Scott County Sheriff since May 2016, per Scott County's website, and is the county's 19th sheriff. He began his career as a corrections officer in 1997 and holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a master's degree in public administration from Minnesota State University, Mankato, per the county's website. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026.
Who is running for Scott County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Scott County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Luke W. Hennen. Candidate information follows official Scott County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Scott County Sheriff election in Minnesota?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Minnesota are on the Minnesota election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Scott County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official Scott County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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