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Superior Court Judge, District 6B

Seat 1

Vote for
1
Term
8 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A superior court judge presides over felony criminal trials and larger civil cases in the district's counties.

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  • Kelly Colquette HanleyDemocratic

    • Pledges fair hearings for all regardless of background or means
    • Supports prompt case resolution and responsibly managed court calendars
    • Pledges decisions guided by law and facts, not politics

  • G. Frank JonesRepublican

    • Pledges to decide cases by law, not politics or pressure
    • Supports careful, common-sense analysis where law is unsettled
    • Pledges preparation that cuts delays and respects jurors' time

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