Davis County, Utah

Davis County Sheriff

See where Atkin stand on public safety and schools. Names follow official Davis County election filings.

About this race

Jon Atkin topped Aaron Perry in the June 23 Republican primary, 51.12% (22,104 votes) to 48.88% (21,133 votes), per the Davis County official canvass of July 7, 2026. No other candidate filed, so Atkin has no opponent on the November 3 general election ballot.

What this office does

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 Davis County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Jon Atkin

Republican

Top priorities

From the campaign site

Expanding proactive prevention efforts against crimes targeting children
Balancing enforcement with education and community collaboration
Protecting constitutional rights including speech, privacy, and due process

Biography

Atkin has more than a decade of experience as a law enforcement officer and supervisor, paramedic, firefighter, and tactical operator, per the campaign site. Atkin is a Captain in the Utah Air National Guard with a Top Secret/SCI clearance and prior service in the Army Military Police Corps and Air Force Security Forces, per the campaign site.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Davis County Sheriff in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Davis County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Jon Atkin. Candidate information follows official Davis County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on public safety and schools.

When is the Davis County Sheriff election in Utah?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Utah are on the Utah election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Davis County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Davis County and state election office filings, last verified October 6, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles

Jon Atkin, full profile Official Utah election office