One candidate is tracked for Santa Fe County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Paul Michael Joye. Candidate information follows official Santa Fe County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Paul Michael Joye is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the New Mexico Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election Contest/Candidate List.
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 Santa Fe County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Paul Michael Joye is a former Santa Fe police chief who, during his tenure at the Santa Fe Police Department, reduced the department's officer vacancies from 38 to near full staffing, per the Santa Fe New Mexican. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.
Who is running for Santa Fe County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Santa Fe County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Paul Michael Joye. Candidate information follows official Santa Fe County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Santa Fe 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.
How do I see my exact Santa Fe County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official Santa Fe County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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