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Sheriff

Unofficial result: Won — Kathy H. Witt (Democratic)

Source: vrsws.sos.ky.gov

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:

Democratic · Incumbent

Kathy H. Witt is the incumbent Fayette County Sheriff and Democratic candidate for the 2026 general election.

Sources: web.sos.ky.gov2