Henry County Magistrate, District 3

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 Henry County ballots

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

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Quick answers

Who is running for Henry County Magistrate, District 3 in 2026?

Jeremy Todd Chilton (Republican) and Jerry Whitaker (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 Henry County Magistrate, District 3 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.