One candidate is tracked for Hughes County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jeff Metzinger. Candidate information follows official Hughes County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Jeff Metzinger is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the South Dakota Secretary of State's certified 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 Hughes County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Republican
Jeff Metzinger was sworn in as Hughes County Sheriff on June 4, 2026, per DRGNews. He has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience in patrol, leadership, training and investigations, per DRGNews. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.
Who is running for Hughes County Sheriff in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Hughes County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jeff Metzinger. Candidate information follows official Hughes County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Hughes County Sheriff election in South Dakota?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for South Dakota are on the South Dakota election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Hughes County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official Hughes County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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