Town of Stephentown Justice (Rensselaer County)

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2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Stephentown Township voters

What this office does

A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.

Candidates

Phyllis H. DeFreest

Republican
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Bruce B. Smith

Republican
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Quick answers

Who is running for Town of Stephentown Justice (Rensselaer County) in 2026?
Phyllis H. DeFreest (Republican) and Bruce B. Smith (Republican).
What does this office do?
A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.
Who should I vote for in the Town of Stephentown Justice (Rensselaer County) 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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