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Prosecuting Attorney, 32nd Judicial Circuit (LaPorte County)
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The prosecuting attorney prosecutes crimes in the circuit's courts and enforces child support orders.
Public safety
John LakeDemocratic
No documented position found.
Chuck Watterson, IVRepublican
- Pledges to prioritize violent and repeat offenders
Government & transparency
John LakeDemocratic
- Signed SEAC candidate ethics pledge
Chuck Watterson, IVRepublican
- Pledges prosecutor's office transparency and community engagement
Courts & justice
John LakeDemocratic
No documented position found.
Chuck Watterson, IVRepublican
- Pledges to let deputy prosecutors try cases without fear
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