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Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney · Unexpired term
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Adam J. Ward

Candidate for Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney, Unexpired term

RepublicanIncumbent

Background

Occupation
Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney
Lives in
Shepherdstown
Campaign website
wardforprosecutor.com

Appointed Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney in October 2025 to fill the seat vacated when Matt Harvey became U.S. Attorney. He was previously a senior assistant prosecutor and a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney.

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Documented positions

Public safety

  • Pledges tough prosecution of violent crime and drug offenses.

    Adam Ward for Prosecutor

    Campaign website · Adam Ward for Prosecutor · wardforprosecutor.com

    “As Prosecutor, I'll be tough on violent crime, aggressive against drugs, and relentless in protecting children and the elderly”
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  • Supports cooperation between law enforcement and the community.

    Protecting Jefferson County: Adam Ward's vision

    Campaign website · Adam Ward for Prosecutor · wardforprosecutor.com

    “It is through cooperation between law enforcement and the community that trust and truly collaborative efforts are created.”
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Courts & justice

  • Supports connecting crime victims with counseling and treatment resources.

    Protecting Jefferson County: Adam Ward's vision

    Campaign website · Adam Ward for Prosecutor · wardforprosecutor.com

    “connecting them with valuable resources such as counseling and substance use disorder treatment options”
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