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Lincoln County, Washington

Lincoln County Sheriff

Gants is on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Lincoln County election filings.

About this race

Gabe Gants is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lincoln County Sheriff, per the Secretary of State's VoteWA general-election candidate list.

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

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Gabe Gants

Republican

Biography

Gants is the Lincoln County Sheriff and has worked for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office since 2004, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide. He has served as a school resource officer, patrol sergeant and interim sheriff and holds a secondary education degree from Eastern Washington University, per the statement filed for the Washington voters' guide.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Lincoln County Sheriff in 2026?

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

When is the Lincoln County Sheriff election in Washington?

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

How do I see my exact Lincoln County ballot?

Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.

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Candidate roster from official Lincoln County and state election office filings, last verified October 26, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Candidate profiles
Gabe Gants, full profileOfficial Washington election office