Paula Crough (Sangamon County Sheriff, Illinois, candidate 2026)
Paula Crough (Republican Party) ran for election to the Sangamon County Sheriff in Illinois. Crough was on the ballot in the Republican primary on March 17, 2026.[source]
[1]Biography
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Elections
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Sangamon County Sheriff
Marc Bell (D) ran in the Democratic primary for Sangamon County Sheriff on March 17, 2026.
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Republican primary
Republican primary for Sangamon County Sheriff
Paula Crough (R) and David A. Timm (R) ran in the Republican primary for Sangamon County Sheriff on March 17, 2026.
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Election results
Endorsements
Crough received the following endorsements.
- State Rep. Mike Coffey (R)
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Campaign website
Crough's campaign website stated the following:
As Sheriff, my mission is clear: to enforce the law without compromise, hold offenders accountable, and build a department that our citizens can trust. That means cracking down on violent crime, targeting drug trafficking, and ensuring our deputies have the training and tools they need to do the job right.
But I also know that true public safety goes beyond arrests and patrols. It’s about building relationships, responding to mental health crises with compassion, and being visible and present in the community. It’s about empathy, trust, and working together to solve problems and correct the wrongs of the past. I’ve made it a priority to lead with both firmness and empathy—because our citizens deserve law enforcement that is tough on crime and rooted in service.
I will always defend the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. I believe responsible gun ownership is a cornerstone of our freedoms, and protecting those rights goes hand in hand with keeping our communities safe. The best way to reduce crime is not through new restrictions on responsible citizens, but by enforcing existing laws and holding violent offenders accountable. I will stand firm in preserving our freedoms while ensuring Sangamon County remains safe for every family.
As your Sheriff, my priorities are straightforward: keeping our communities safe, strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and residents, and ensuring our department is equipped to meet the challenges of modern policing.
I live in rural Williams Township with my husband and our two children, and I care deeply about the future we’re building here. I’m running to continue delivering the safety, accountability, and leadership Sangamon County deserves.
I would be honored to earn your vote—and your trust.
Sincerely,
Paula Crouch
Sheriff, Sangamon County
— Paula Crough's campaign website (March 12, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
