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King County District Court Judge · West Electoral District, Position 1, Short and full term
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Bardi Martin

Candidate for King County District Court Judge, West Electoral District, Position 1, Short and full term

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Background

Occupation
King County District Court Judge
Campaign website
retainjudgebardi.com

King County District Court judge appointed by the County Council, presiding over civil and criminal matters and Shoreline and Kenmore's Community Court; previously a public defender, Seattle private attorney and judge pro tem. J.D., Seattle University School of Law.

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Documented positions

Courts & justice

  • Supports community court linking offenders to housing and treatment.

    Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election

    Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov

    “connects individuals charged with low-level offenses to housing, mental health, and substance abuse resources, promoting accountability while reducing repeat offenses”
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  • Pledges to explain rulings plainly and apply the law fairly.

    Retain Judge Bardi Martin

    Campaign website · Retain Judge Bardi Martin · retainjudgebardi.com

    “he listens carefully, explains rulings plainly, applies the law fairly, and treats every person with dignity”
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