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Clallam County District Court Judge
District 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; Clallam County elects them from two court districts.
Clallam County elects district court judges from two court districts (District Court 1 and District Court 2, whose judge sits in Forks).
Public safety
Alex SchodowskiNo party listed
No documented position found.
Patrick David MurphyNo party listed
- Proposes a new direction for District Court 1.
Courts & justice
Alex SchodowskiNo party listed
- Pledges a fair, efficient and accessible courtroom.
- Pledges a balanced view from prosecution and defense work.
Patrick David MurphyNo party listed
- Supports balancing accountability with restorative justice.
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