Lieutenant Detective Les McFarland of the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department has officially filed to run for Marshall County Sheriff in the 2026 Republican primary, moving from an exploratory phase to a full campaign.

McFarland cites months of conversations with residents and law enforcement as shaping his platform, which focuses on public safety, constitutional rights, fiscal responsibility and integrity.

A 35-year law enforcement veteran, McFarland says he’s ready to bring his experience and leadership to the Sheriff’s Office.