Mississippi Chancery Court Judge, District 17-1, Place 3

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Adams, Claiborne, Jefferson, Wilkinson counties

What this office does

A Mississippi chancery judge. Handles family and property matters without a jury: divorce, child custody and support, adoptions, wills and estates, land disputes, and mental-health commitments.

Candidates

Gwendolyn Baptist

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Malenda Harris Meacham

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Elected from subdistrict 1 of the 17th Chancery District, which covers only part of these counties.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Mississippi Chancery Court Judge, District 17-1, Place 3 in 2026?
Gwendolyn Baptist and Malenda Harris Meacham.
What does this office do?
A Mississippi chancery judge. Handles family and property matters without a jury: divorce, child custody and support, adoptions, wills and estates, land disputes, and mental-health commitments.
Who should I vote for in the Mississippi Chancery Court Judge, District 17-1, Place 3 race?
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When is the election?
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

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