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District Judge, 31st Judicial District

Division 2

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A district judge hears misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil cases, juvenile matters and probate in the district's counties. Nonpartisan.

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Ashley Tackett LafertyOfficial portrait — Kentucky General Assembly

Ashley Tackett Laferty

No party listed

State representative; attorney

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No documented position found.

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Tyler GreenCommittee to Elect Tyler Green

Tyler Green

No party listedIncumbent

District judge, 31st Judicial District (Floyd County)

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  • Supports drug court and mental health court for Floyd County
  • Pledges dignity and respect for all parties in court
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  1. Supports drug court and mental health court for Floyd County

    About | Judge Tyler Green

    Campaign website · Committee to Elect Tyler Green · judgetylergreen.com

    “Judge Green has placed a strong emphasis on addressing drug addiction and mental health challenges.”
  2. Pledges dignity and respect for all parties in court

    About | Judge Tyler Green

    Campaign website · Committee to Elect Tyler Green · judgetylergreen.com

    “He is committed to treating all parties who come before the court with dignity and respect while upholding the rule of law.”

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