Judge of the Court of Appeals, Division I — retain Daniel J. Kiley (Maricopa County)

What this office does

A judge on a state appeals court. Reviews trial-court decisions for legal errors and decides most appeals; only some cases go on to the state supreme court. A retention vote asks only whether the judge should stay.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Judge of the Court of Appeals, Division I — retain Daniel J. Kiley (Maricopa County) in 2026?

Daniel J. Kiley.

What does this office do?

A judge on a state appeals court. Reviews trial-court decisions for legal errors and decides most appeals; only some cases go on to the state supreme court. A retention vote asks only whether the judge should stay.

Who should I vote for in the Judge of the Court of Appeals, Division I — retain Daniel J. Kiley (Maricopa County) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.