M. Drake Underwood
Candidate, Juab County Sheriff · Republican
On the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot
M. Drake Underwood is a candidate for Juab County Sheriff. The ballot lists M. Drake Underwood, Republican.
Everyone on the ballot for this seat
| Candidate | Party |
|---|---|
| M. Drake Underwood | Republican |
Background
M. Drake Underwood’s law-enforcement background includes work with the Juab County Sheriff’s Department beginning in 2005, according to his introduction to the Nephi City Council in May 2026. Eureka City minutes from January 2018 record Sheriff Doug Anderson’s announcement that Underwood had been promoted to lieutenant. At a February 2026 Eureka meeting, Underwood described his responsibilities as county emergency manager, manager of county-level grants and search-and-rescue liaison. Both 2026 meeting records also identify his sheriff candidacy.
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