Steve Abshire

About this race

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

2 candidates ran for Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge, General Division (term commencing 7/1/2027) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Steve Abshire

Judge, Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas, General Division. Appointed by the governor to the Montgomery County Common Pleas Court, General Division, and on the bench since May 4, 2026. Previously a Greene County Juvenile Court magistrate (2022–2026), a Montgomery County assistant prosecutor (2000–2011, including supervising the CARE House division) and a private-practice attorney; a U.S. Army veteran with a law degree from the University of Toledo and two degrees from Wright State University.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Issuing thoughtful, well-reasoned decisions
• Upholding the rule of law
• Impartiality and fairness
• Serving on a treatment docket for substance abuse and mental health

In their own words: Judicial Votes Count (University of Akron Bliss Institute) questionnaire

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, source 3, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

This is a nonpartisan race, so we don't estimate where candidates fall from their campaign materials or look up their personal voter registration. We'd place Steve Abshire only with a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors), and we haven't found one we can reliably source.

To see where they stand, read their own words: campaign site · Judicial Votes Count (University of Akron Bliss Institute) questionnaire. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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Quick answers

Is Steve Abshire the incumbent?

Yes. Steve Abshire currently holds this office.

What does the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge, General Division (term commencing 7/1/2027) seat 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 is Steve Abshire running against?

Richard Glennon, for Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge, General Division (term commencing 7/1/2027).

Should I vote for Steve Abshire?

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