What party is John F. Nowels?

John F. Nowels is running as a Republican.

How much money has John F. Nowels raised?

$62K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for John F. Nowels?

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John F. Nowels

Republican · Candidate for Spokane County Sheriff · November 3, 2026

In office now

John F. Nowels is the Sheriff. John F. Nowels's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

About this race

The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.

1 candidate ran for Spokane County Sheriff in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Immigration enforcement (ICE 287(g))

ICE's list of 287(g) participating agencies shows no agreement for Spokane County's sheriff's office.

Under 287(g), ICE trains and authorizes local officers to carry out some federal immigration duties. From ICE's list of participating agencies, as of October 28, 2026. Whether to keep, change or end an agreement is up to the sheriff.

Where they stand

We place candidates only from a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors) or from enough of their own statements on policy, and we haven't found either for John F. Nowels that we can reliably source yet.

We haven't found a campaign site or candidate questionnaire for John F. Nowels yet.

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Funding

$62K raised, $1,831 from small donors, $226 self-funded.

Largest donors	Amount
Washington Hospitality Association PAC	$2,400
Shah Jagrut	$2,400
Rudeen Management Co	$2,400
Rudeen Kevin	$2,400
Phoenix Protective Corporation	$2,400
Mulloy James	$2,400
Mulloy Holly	$2,400
Leslie Sheila	$2,400

Source: Washington Public Disclosure Commission, reports through 2026-10-14.

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Quick answers

What party is John F. Nowels?: John F. Nowels is running as a Republican.
What does the Spokane County Sheriff seat do?: The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.
How much money has John F. Nowels raised?: $62K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for John F. Nowels?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare John F. Nowels's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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