Julie Wiencken-Smith

About this race

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 Porter County Coroner in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

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What party is Julie Wiencken-Smith?

Julie Wiencken-Smith is running as a Democrat.

What does the Porter 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 Julie Wiencken-Smith running against?

Brian Bowles, for Porter County Coroner.

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