Prince George's County Judge of the Orphans' Court

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3 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

Candidates

Wendy Alise Cartwright

Democrat
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Jason A. DeLoach

Democrat
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Athena Malloy Groves

Democrat
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Quick answers

Who is running for Prince George's County Judge of the Orphans' Court in 2026?
Wendy Alise Cartwright (Democrat), Jason A. DeLoach (Democrat) and Athena Malloy Groves (Democrat).
What does this office do?
A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.
Who should I vote for in the Prince George's County Judge of the Orphans' Court 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.

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