Jefferson County Attorney

What this office does

The county's elected lawyer. In most states that elect one, it prosecutes crimes in the county and advises county government. In Kentucky it prosecutes district-court cases (such as misdemeanors and juvenile cases) and advises the fiscal court.

Candidates

Next elections here

• Kentucky election 2027 · November 2, 2027: Governor, lieutenant governor and all five other statewide constitutional offices
• 2028 presidential election · Who has filed so far, from FEC filings

Also on Jefferson County ballots

• Jefferson County Clerk
• Jefferson County Commissioner, District A
• Jefferson County Constable, District 1
• Jefferson County Constable, District 2
• Jefferson County Constable, District 3
• Jefferson County Coroner
• Jefferson County Judge/Executive
• Jefferson County Magistrate, District 1
• Jefferson County Magistrate, District 2
• Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator
• Jefferson County Sheriff
• Jefferson County Surveyor
• Louisville Metro Mayor

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Quick answers

Who is running for Jefferson County Attorney in 2026?

Sarah Martin (Democrat).

What does this office do?

The county's elected lawyer. In most states that elect one, it prosecutes crimes in the county and advises county government. In Kentucky it prosecutes district-court cases (such as misdemeanors and juvenile cases) and advises the fiscal court.

Who should I vote for in the Jefferson County Attorney 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.