Sylvester Lee Smith

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Investigates deaths in the county that are sudden, violent, unexplained or unattended to determine how and why the person died, and can order autopsies. In most states the coroner does not have to be a doctor; some counties use an appointed medical examiner instead.

2 candidates ran for Ouachita County Coroner in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

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What party is Sylvester Lee Smith?

Sylvester Lee Smith is running as an Independent.

What does the Ouachita County Coroner seat do?

Investigates deaths in the county that are sudden, violent, unexplained or unattended to determine how and why the person died, and can order autopsies. In most states the coroner does not have to be a doctor; some counties use an appointed medical examiner instead.

Who is Sylvester Lee Smith running against?

Todd McAteer, for Ouachita County Coroner.

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