The Ballot Brief
Clark County, Washington

Clark County Sheriff

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One candidate is tracked for Clark County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: John Horch. Candidate information follows official Clark County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

Only one candidate filed, so this office still prints on the August 4 ballot and is effectively decided.

John Horch

Nonpartisan · Incumbent

The 35th sheriff of Clark County, in the sheriff's office since 1989, per his official county biography. That biography lists earlier assignments as chief enforcement deputy, drug task force commander, major crimes investigator, search and rescue coordinator, internal affairs supervisor and bomb technician. He graduated from Hudson's Bay High School, holds a bachelor's degree in organizational leadership and completed the FBI National Academy, per the same page.

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Candidate roster from official Clark County Supervisor of Elections filings, last verified 2026-07-31. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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