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Benton County Sheriff

Short and full term

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The sheriff runs the county's law enforcement outside city police departments and, in most counties, the jail.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Public safety

  • Brad KlippertPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports community policing
    • Supports law enforcement recruitment and retention
    • Pledges to equip and support deputies

  • Michael (Mike) ClarkPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges partnerships with local, state and federal agencies
    • Pledges a proactive, collaborative approach to reducing crime
    • Pledges to strengthen public safety and build trust

Government & transparency

  • Brad KlippertPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges transparency and a sheriff who listens

  • Michael (Mike) ClarkPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges to listen to Benton County citizens

Courts & justice

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 3 issues covered in this race.