Hardin County Magistrate, District 1

What this office does

A Kentucky magistrate is not a judge: magistrates are the elected members of the county fiscal court, the county's legislative and governing body. They approve the county budget, pass ordinances and oversee county services such as roads. Each is elected from a district.

Candidates

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Also on Hardin County ballots

• Hardin County Attorney
• Hardin County Clerk
• Hardin County Constable, District 1
• Hardin County Constable, District 2
• Hardin County Constable, District 3
• Hardin County Constable, District 4
• Hardin County Constable, District 5
• Hardin County Constable, District 6
• Hardin County Constable, District 7
• Hardin County Constable, District 8
• Hardin County Coroner
• Hardin County Jailer
• Hardin County Judge/Executive
• Hardin County Magistrate, District 2
• Hardin County Magistrate, District 3
• Hardin County Magistrate, District 4

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Quick answers

Who is running for Hardin County Magistrate, District 1 in 2026?

Walter D. Meinhausen (Republican) and Chris Yates (Democrat).

What does this office do?

A Kentucky magistrate is not a judge: magistrates are the elected members of the county fiscal court, the county's legislative and governing body. They approve the county budget, pass ordinances and oversee county services such as roads. Each is elected from a district.

Who should I vote for in the Hardin County Magistrate, District 1 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.