Dewayne Sanders

Democrat · Candidate for Dallas County Sheriff · November 3, 2026

About this race

The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.

3 candidates ran for Dallas County Sheriff in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Immigration enforcement (ICE 287(g))

ICE's list of 287(g) participating agencies shows no agreement for Dallas County's sheriff's office.

Under 287(g), ICE trains and authorizes local officers to carry out some federal immigration duties. From ICE's list of participating agencies, as of October 28, 2026. Whether to keep, change or end an agreement is up to the sheriff.

Where they stand

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Funding

$17K raised, $3,932 from small donors, $7,391 self-funded.

Largest donorsAmount
Coastal Recycling Llc$2,000
Taylor Perry$1,000
Ray Harrelson$1,000
Eric Young$1,000
Ernest Okeke$300
BJ Construction Llc$250

Source: Alabama Secretary of State (FCPA reporting system), reports through 2026-10-14.

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Quick answers

What party is Dewayne Sanders?
Dewayne Sanders is running as a Democrat.
What does the Dallas County Sheriff seat do?
The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.
Who is Dewayne Sanders running against?
Lee A. Green and Scott Swanson, for Dallas County Sheriff.
How much money has Dewayne Sanders raised?
$17K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Dewayne Sanders?
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