Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney

What this office does

The county's (or judicial district's) elected prosecutor. Decides which crimes to charge and prosecutes them in court on behalf of the state. In some states, such as Washington, the prosecuting attorney is also the legal adviser to county government.

Candidates

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Next elections here

• 2028 presidential election · Who has filed so far, from FEC filings

Also on Lafayette County ballots

• Lafayette County Presiding Commissioner
• Lafayette County Southern District Associate Commissioner (Unexpired Term)
• Lafayette County Circuit Clerk
• Lafayette County Clerk
• Lafayette County Recorder of Deeds
• Lafayette County Collector of Revenue
• Lafayette County Auditor

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Quick answers

Who is running for Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney in 2026?

John C. Boyer (Republican).

What does this office do?

The county's (or judicial district's) elected prosecutor. Decides which crimes to charge and prosecutes them in court on behalf of the state. In some states, such as Washington, the prosecuting attorney is also the legal adviser to county government.

Who should I vote for in the Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney 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.