Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2
This seat represents Precinct 2, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.
What does this office do?
- Deciding small-claims cases
- Handling evictions, in many states
- Ruling on traffic and minor criminal citations, where state law allows
Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,
Candidates:
Republican
Richard Mendez is a Marine Corps veteran who rose to sergeant and patrol supervisor at the Yuma County Sheriff's Office, after work on its narcotics task force and special response team. He pledges to treat everyone in the courtroom with fairness, honesty, and respect.
Democratic · Incumbent
Yuma County justice of the peace since her March 2024 appointment, after more than 16 years working in the county's Justice Court. Stresses practical, compassionate, common-sense justice and community outreach for youth and families.
Records: Legal Competence 1 for
Source: yumacountyaz.gov