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September 27, 2023
Run for County Sheriff in De Soto Parish County, LA
Election Date: Nov 20, 2027Filing Deadline: Jul 23, 2027
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 21, 2027 - Jul 23, 2027
- Positions: De Soto Parish AssessorLouisiana House of Representatives - District 31De Soto Parish Constable - District 4De Soto Parish Court ClerkDe Soto Parish Sheriff...
Job description
The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement official of the county and is responsible for ensuring that all local, state, and federal laws are followed.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must have been a resident of Louisiana for the preceding 2 years and lived in the parish for 1 year by the time of qualifying.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 101 Texas Street Post Office Box 1206 Mansfield, LA 71052
Filing phone number: 318-872-3110
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee: $225, plus $112.50 State Central Committee fee from each Democratic and Republican candidate, plus additional $112.50 from each D and R candidate if assessed by Parish Committee. Petition signature requirement: 400.
FAQ
How often is County Sheriff elected?
The position of County Sheriff is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in De Soto Parish County, LA?
Filing fee: $225, plus $112.50 State Central Committee fee from each Democratic and Republican candidate, plus additional $112.50 from each D and R candidate if assessed by Parish Committee. Petition signature requirement: 400.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Parish Court Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
101 Texas Street Post Office Box 1206 Mansfield, LA 71052.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 318-872-3110.
How do I get started running for County Sheriff?
You can start running for County Sheriff by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Sheriff does not include a primary or runoff election.
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