New York: Supreme Court Justice, 2nd Judicial District

2026 General Election · November 3, 2026

A justice of the New York State Supreme Court, the main trial court for serious civil cases, divorces and, in New York City, felony criminal cases. Despite its name it is not the state's highest court. Justices are elected by judicial district; vote for up to the number of seats shown. It is a 14-year term.

This race is on every New York ballot.

Election Quick Facts

October 24, 2026Registration deadline (received)
Oct 24 – November 1, 2026Early voting
October 24, 2026Last day to apply for an early mail ballot online or by mail (received)
November 3, 2026Election Day (polls open 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.)

Source: NYC Board of Elections

2026 Candidates

5 certified for the general election

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IssueBetsey Jean-Jacques DHemalee J. Patel DWilliam D. Spain Jr. CSherveal Mimes DLola Waterman D

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Betsey Jean-Jacques DNo campaign-account ads listed yet
Hemalee J. Patel DNo campaign-account ads listed yet
William D. Spain Jr. CNo campaign-account ads listed yet
Sherveal Mimes DNo campaign-account ads listed yet
Lola Waterman DNo campaign-account ads listed yet