Butler County Jailer

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Kentucky's county jailer runs the county jail and is responsible for the custody, care and transportation of inmates. In counties that no longer operate their own jail, the jailer mainly transports inmates held elsewhere to court.

Candidates

Rodney McMillin

Republican
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Terry Neal Thomason

Democrat
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Quick answers

Who is running for Butler County Jailer in 2026?
Rodney McMillin (Republican) and Terry Neal Thomason (Democrat).
What does this office do?
Kentucky's county jailer runs the county jail and is responsible for the custody, care and transportation of inmates. In counties that no longer operate their own jail, the jailer mainly transports inmates held elsewhere to court.
Who should I vote for in the Butler County Jailer 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.

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