Lafayette County Recorder of Deeds

What this office does

Records and preserves documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens and plats, the public record of who owns land and property in the county, and provides copies. In some states, such as North Carolina, the office also keeps birth, death and marriage records.

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 Prosecuting Attorney
• Lafayette County Collector of Revenue
• Lafayette County Auditor

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Quick answers

Who is running for Lafayette County Recorder of Deeds in 2026?

JoAnn Swartz (Republican).

What does this office do?

Records and preserves documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens and plats, the public record of who owns land and property in the county, and provides copies. In some states, such as North Carolina, the office also keeps birth, death and marriage records.

Who should I vote for in the Lafayette County Recorder of Deeds 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.