Jason Akins

Republican · Candidate for Walker 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.

1 candidate ran for Walker 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 Walker 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

$19K raised, $1,624 from small donors.

Largest donorsAmount
Otello A Alessio$6,000
Tobie Stover$2,000
Brian Cash$1,500
Sydney Atkins$1,000
Regina Smith$1,000
Kaye Akins$1,000
Cheryl McCanless$767

Source: Alabama Secretary of State (FCPA reporting system), reports through 2026-09-30.

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Quick answers

What party is Jason Akins?
Jason Akins is running as a Republican.
What does the Walker 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.
How much money has Jason Akins raised?
$19K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
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