For Hennepin County Sheriff
2026
Proven Leadership.
Safer Communities.
Hennepin County Sheriff
With 25+ years of dedicated law enforcement service, Sheriff Dawanna Witt brings the experience, integrity, and vision our community needs to stay safe, strong, and united.
Building a Safer, Stronger Hennepin County
Sheriff Witt's proven approach combines smart policing, meaningful reform, and deep community partnerships.
Safe Communities
Reducing violent crime through strategic partnerships with law enforcement, public health, and community organizations.
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Implementing real accountability measures while collaborating with county leadership for the resources our office needs.
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Addressing staffing challenges head-on, increasing deputy staffing to ensure faster response and better coverage.
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A Leader Who Knows the Work
Sheriff Dawanna Witt has dedicated over two decades of her career to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. She has served at every level of the organization, giving her an unmatched understanding of what it takes to keep our communities safe.
As the first woman elected Sheriff of Hennepin County, she brings a fresh perspective grounded in deep institutional knowledge, building bridges between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Read Her StoryI ran for Sheriff because I believe Hennepin County deserves leadership that listens, serves with integrity, and puts community safety first. That commitment has not changed, and neither has my dedication to this work.