Thaddeus Betz

About this race

A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.

4 candidates ran for Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial District, Position 3 (Deschutes County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Thaddeus Betz

Director, Youth Justice Project. Has practiced law in Oregon for more than 20 years. Worked as an attorney for Metropolitan Public Defender in Multnomah County, then opened his own firm in 2013 handling state and federal criminal cases; has argued cases up to the Oregon Supreme Court.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Judicial impartiality, in fact and in appearance
• Treating people in court with dignity and respect

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Where they stand

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Also running

• Sonia Huntsman
• Raun Atkinson
• Keith A Leitz

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Quick answers

What does the Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial District, Position 3 seat do?

A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.

Who is Thaddeus Betz running against?

Sonia Huntsman, Raun Atkinson and Keith A Leitz, for Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial District, Position 3 (Deschutes County).

Should I vote for Thaddeus Betz?

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