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In the Republican primary for Washoe Countys next district attorney on June 9, 2026, incumbent Chris Hicks, 52, faces off against Sparks city attorney Wes Duncan, 45. Both are Republicans, and with no Democrats in the mix, only registered Republicans can vote, leaving over two-thirds of voters out. Duncan, a former assemblyman and Air Force Reserve colonel, focuses on public safety, police-prosecutor ties, and office integrity, while Hicks emphasizes elder fraud, domestic violence, sex trafficking, and mental health accountability. Tensions rise over charging policies, with Duncan criticizing Hicks for too many no-charges and Hicks defending his high filing rate. Both candidates praise victim support but differ on trial preferences. Early voting starts May 23-June 5, and mail ballots are out May 11-18. This primary will significantly impact justice in Reno-Sparks, with incumbents or challengers potentially shaking things up.

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