Who is running for Douglas County Sheriff in 2026?
Here are the candidates for Douglas County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for voters in Douglas County.
Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.
Darren M. Weekly
Republican · IncumbentSheriff of Douglas County (since January 2023)
Darren Weekly is the Douglas County Sheriff and the only candidate on the 2026 ballot for the office12. He joined the Douglas County Sheriff's Office in 1993 and rose through patrol, detentions and investigations commands before his election in November 20223. He graduated from the FBI National Academy in 20243.
Where they stand 2 issues · tap any issue for the evidence
GunsKeep current laws and enforce what is already on the bookslow
Said · low confidence- Testified against a 2023 bill to expand who can petition for extreme risk protection (red flag) orders, saying expansion would deter people in crisis from seeking help. (2023-03) source
ImmigrationNo single answer fitsmedium
Said · medium confidence- Said his office works with federal agencies as needed and under state law, but does not actively engage in immigration enforcement. (2025-01) source
No public position found on: Policing and crime, Marijuana, Qualified immunity.
Last reviewed 2026-10-08. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.