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District Court Judge, District 1

Seat 4, unexpired term

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Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A district court judge hears misdemeanors, traffic cases, smaller civil cases and family matters such as divorce, custody and juvenile cases.

Courts & justice

  • Kyle JonesRepublican

    • Supports constitutions as shields protecting citizens from government
    • Pledges to support, maintain and defend both constitutions
  • Jennifer (Jenny) WellsDemocratic

    • Pledges to judge cases only on their merits and law
    • Supports quality legal representation regardless of ability to pay

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