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James B. Smith

Nonpartisan · Washington · 2026

On the November 3 ballot for Clark County District Court, Department No. 3, Washington

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Not official yetUpdated November 5, 2026

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Clark County District Court, Department No. 3
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Biography

James B. Smith's Washington voters' pamphlet statement lists District Court Judge for Clark County (appointed 2021, elected 2022). The statement also lists Law Clerk for Chelan County Superior Court. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Cowlitz County - served as Chief Criminal Deputy, per the Washington voters' pamphlet statement. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.

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Clark County District Court, Department No. 3Washington · 2026Clark County sample ballot

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