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Bernalillo County, New Mexico

Bernalillo County Sheriff

One candidate is tracked for Bernalillo County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: John D. Allen. Candidate information follows official Bernalillo County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

John D. Allen is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the New Mexico Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election Contest/Candidate List.

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 Bernalillo County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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John D. Allen

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Biography

John D. Allen is the sitting Bernalillo County Sheriff, per the county's official elected officials roster. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Bernalillo County Sheriff in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Bernalillo County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: John D. Allen. Candidate information follows official Bernalillo County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Bernalillo County Sheriff election in New Mexico?

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

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Bernalillo County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
John D. Allen, full profileOfficial New Mexico election office