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Benton County District Court Judge
Position 1
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: District court judges hear misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and civil cases up to $100,000 in Benton County.
Courts & justice
Talesha SamsNo party listed
- Pledges to uphold the law without a personal agenda
- Pledges equal respect regardless of social or economic background
Michael "Mike" RioNo party listed
- Pledges to be fair, firm and follow the law
- Supports protecting victims and the rights of the accused
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