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2026 Washington Primary Election

Legal Experience

Judicial Philosophy

Judicial Administration

Ethics & Conduct

Community Involvement

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

YouTube

David R Shelvey

Alejandra Gracias

Buket Urgen

Debra L. Stephens

Isaac Brickman

LinkedIn

Karim A. Merchant

Todd A. Bloom

- The Washington State Supreme Court has nine justices and serves as the final authority on the Washington Constitution and Washington law.
- They interpret laws, review appeals, and issue opinions on cases. They also establish court rules, oversee legal practice, and hear significant public interest cases.
- A candidate must be licensed to practice in Washington to be elected into this office. Justices must retire at the age 75. 
- Justices are elected for six-year terms in nonpartisan elections. Vacancies can be filled by the governor's appointment, with staggered elections ensuring that only some justices are elected each year.
- The chief justice earns $255,495 and associate justices earn $251,8613 per year.

One of nine justices who serves on the Washington State Supreme Court.

Washington

Civil Rights

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