Cynthia Arender Machen

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A local justice of the peace. In Louisiana, justices of the peace run small courts outside the cities: civil cases up to $5,000, evictions, small claims, peace bonds and some minor criminal matters, and they can perform marriages. They are elected for 6-year terms and don't have to be lawyers.

2 candidates ran for Justice of the Peace Districts 7 & 8 (Madison Parish) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

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What does the Justice of the Peace Districts 7 & 8 (Madison Parish) seat do?

A local justice of the peace. In Louisiana, justices of the peace run small courts outside the cities: civil cases up to $5,000, evictions, small claims, peace bonds and some minor criminal matters, and they can perform marriages. They are elected for 6-year terms and don't have to be lawyers.

Who is Cynthia Arender Machen running against?

Alaysia Hicks, for Justice of the Peace Districts 7 & 8 (Madison Parish).

Should I vote for Cynthia Arender Machen?

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