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County Sheriff

Cavalier County, North Dakota
My vote power: High

What does this office do?

  • Running police patrols and deputies in the county
  • Running the county jail
  • Carrying out evictions, warrants, and other court orders

Affects: Immigration, Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties,

Candidates:

Nonpartisan · Incumbent

Matt Wright has been Cavalier County Sheriff since January 2024, when county commissioners made the appointment on the retiring sheriff's recommendation. Wright was previously the office's chief deputy.

Nonpartisan

As of September 2026, we found no public information about Shawn G Brien's job, background, or goals.

Sources: vip.sos.nd.gov · resultsnd.sos.nd.gov