Rod Laureys

Sheriff, St. Joseph County · Republican · Indiana

Where they are running

Local offices on the Indiana ballot
Indiana

Also running

Scott Ruszkowski Democratic

Where they stand

Patrol Coverage: Laureys would expand patrol coverage in both rural and urban areas beginning in fiscal year 2027 to provide a visible law-enforcement presence.

Drug Enforcement: Laureys would strengthen partnerships with the DEA, ATF, and FBI to combat drug trafficking and gang activity.

Officer Training: Laureys would implement advanced officer training focused on de-escalation, active-shooter response, and rural policing.

In the news

St. Joseph County Sheriff nominees debate issues on gun violence, mental health (wsbt.com, Oct 10, 2026)

St. Joe County sheriff candidates to address mental health, immigration at forum (wvpe.org, Oct 10, 2026)

St. Joseph County Sheriff candidates forum set for Thursday (953mnc.com, Oct 8, 2026)