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Prosecuting Attorney, 78th Judicial Circuit (Owen County)

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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.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Public safety

  • Ashley M. FleetwoodRepublican

    • Pledges close working relationships with law enforcement officers

  • Kristin SzczerbikDemocratic

    • Pledges to make victim advocacy a priority
    • Supports joint training and outreach with law enforcement agencies

Courts & justice

  • Ashley M. FleetwoodRepublican

    • Pledges full public reporting of case outcomes, wins and losses
    • Proposes office standards so similar defendants are treated alike
    • Pledges fewer continuances through earlier case preparation

  • Kristin SzczerbikDemocratic

    • Supports tough prosecution of violent offenders plus rehabilitation programs
    • Supports expanding restorative justice options for juveniles

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