Butler County Coroner

What this office does

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.

Candidates

Also on Butler County ballots

• Butler County Attorney
• Butler County Clerk
• Butler County Constable, District 1
• Butler County Constable, District 2
• Butler County Constable, District 3
• Butler County Constable, District 4
• Butler County Constable, District 5
• Butler County Jailer
• Butler County Judge/Executive
• Butler County Magistrate, District 1
• Butler County Magistrate, District 2
• Butler County Magistrate, District 3
• Butler County Magistrate, District 4
• Butler County Magistrate, District 5
• Butler County Property Valuation Administrator
• Butler County Sheriff

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Quick answers

Who is running for Butler County Coroner in 2026?

"Marty" Gerald M. Jones II (Republican).

What does this office 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 should I vote for in the Butler County Coroner race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.