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Madison County, Nebraska

Madison County Public Defender

One candidate is tracked for Madison County Public Defender on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Matthew Headley. Candidate information follows official Madison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

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Matthew Headley, the sitting Public Defender, is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Madison County Clerk's certified Notice of General Election.

Matthew Headley

Republican · Incumbent

Biography
Headley currently serves as Madison County Public Defender, per Madison County website.

Questions about this race

Who is running for Madison County Public Defender in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Madison County Public Defender on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Matthew Headley. Candidate information follows official Madison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Madison County Public Defender election in Nebraska?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Nebraska are on the Nebraska election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Madison County ballot?

Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.

Sources
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Candidate roster from official Madison County and state election office filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
Cross-check with the official Nebraska election office, or see the full Madison County sample ballot and your exact ballot by address.