Fifth Judicial District Court Judge (retention) — Jay Winward (Washington County)

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

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Also on Washington County ballots

• Fifth Judicial District Court Judge (retention) — Eric Russell Gentry
• Fifth Judicial District Court Judge (retention) — Matthew L. Bell
• Santa Clara Justice Court Judge (retention) — K. Jake Graff

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Quick answers

Who is running for Fifth Judicial District Court Judge (retention) — Jay Winward (Washington County) in 2026?

Jay Winward.

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 Fifth Judicial District Court Judge (retention) — Jay Winward (Washington 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.