Run for County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint) in Prairie County, AR

Election Date: May 19, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 1, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: $43,102.00
Filing period: Feb 22, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026
Positions:
Prairie County Sheriff/Collector
Prairie County Sheriff/Collector
Prairie County Sheriff/Collector
Prairie County Sheriff/Collector

Job description

The county sheriff is the sheriff of the courts, maintains public peace, and has custody of the county jail. As chief enforcement officer of the circuit courts, the sheriff's office, which includes the sheriff and deputies, is charged by constitutional and statutory laws with the execution of summons, enforcement of judgments, orders, injunctions, garnishments, attachments, and the making of arrests on warrants issued by the courts. The sheriff also opens and attends each term of circuit court, notifies residents selected to jury duty and assists in handling witnesses and prisoners during a given court term. The county collector is the collector of taxes for the county and collects municipal, county, school and improvement district taxes and turns them over to the county treasurer.

Eligibility requirements

Must posses qualifications of an elector, must be a U.S. citizen, must be an Arkansas resident, Must reside within their respective township, justice of the peace district, or county to be represented, Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age , Must be lawfully registered to vote, Must never have been convicted of embezzlement of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crime

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FAQ

How often is County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint) elected?

The position of County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint) is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be partisan?

Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Prairie County, AR?

Filing fee is set by the party county committee (party candidates). Petition signature requirements: 3% of the qualified electors in the county or township in which the candidate seeks office, based upon the total number of votes cast for Governor in that county or township at the last election, but in no event shall more than 2,000 signatures (independant candidates).

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.

Where is the filing office?

200 Courthouse Square, Suite 104, Des Arc, AR 72040, 183 Prairie Street, DeValls Bluff, AR 72041.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 870-256-4434.

How do I get started running for County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint)?

You can start running for County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint) by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!

Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for County Sheriff/Tax Assessor/Tax Collector (Joint) includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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