Dakota County Attorney

Last updated Sun, Nov 8, 3:15 AM ET

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

Results so far: Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 144 of 144 precincts reporting: Kathy Keena 96,683 (57.1%), Jeffrey Sheridan 72,647 (42.9%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.mn.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them. Official results.

What this office does

The county's elected lawyer. In most states that elect one, it prosecutes crimes in the county and advises county government. In Kentucky it prosecutes district-court cases (such as misdemeanors and juvenile cases) and advises the fiscal court.

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Kathy Keena

Jeffrey Sheridan

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Quick answers

What are the results so far?
Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 144 of 144 precincts reporting: Kathy Keena 96,683 (57.1%), Jeffrey Sheridan 72,647 (42.9%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.mn.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them.
Who is running for Dakota County Attorney in 2026?
Kathy Keena and Jeffrey Sheridan.
What does this office do?
The county's elected lawyer. In most states that elect one, it prosecutes crimes in the county and advises county government. In Kentucky it prosecutes district-court cases (such as misdemeanors and juvenile cases) and advises the fiscal court.
Who should I vote for in the Dakota County Attorney race?
SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
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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