Lackawanna County Sheriff

Lackawanna County, PA

County Partisan

Current Incumbent

Mark McAndrew

Democratic

In office since January 2026

Next Election

Nov 6, 2029

Filing Window

Mar 7, 2029 - Aug 1, 2029

Term Length

4 years

Number of Seats

1

About this position

The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement official of the county and is responsible for ensuring that all local, state, and federal laws are followed.

Eligibility requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be a resident of the district
  • All persons elected to any county office must be at least 18 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election.

Filing information

Elections office

123 Wyoming Ave, 2nd Floor, Scranton, PA 18503

Phone: 570-963-6737

Fee & signature requirements

Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 250.

Filing instructions

Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.

Primary Type Partisan
Primary Date May 15, 2029
Primary Filing Feb 13, 2029 - Mar 6, 2029
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