Lisa Rodriguez

Nonpartisan

· California

On the ballot · 2026

State judiciary — California

Key dates

Voters decide whether Lisa Rodriguez keeps the seat

Appointed: Gov. Gavin Newsom (Democratic), 2026
Before this court: Judge, San Diego County Superior Court · 2015–present
Adjunct Professor, University of San Diego School of Law · 2014–present
Deputy District Attorney, San Diego County District Attorney’s Office · 1998–2015
Deputy City Attorney, San Diego City Attorney’s Office · 1996–1998
Sources: Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 8.7.2026 (opens in a new tab)
Commission Confirms Four Appointments to Courts of Appeal (California Courts Newsroom) (opens in a new tab)
Certified List of Candidates, Nov. 3, 2026 General Election (California Secretary of State) (opens in a new tab)

Nonpartisan

· California

On the ballot · 2026

Key dates

Voters decide whether Lisa Rodriguez keeps the seat

Appointed: Gov. Gavin Newsom (Democratic), 2026
Before this court: Judge, San Diego County Superior Court · 2015–present
Adjunct Professor, University of San Diego School of Law · 2014–present
Deputy District Attorney, San Diego County District Attorney’s Office · 1998–2015
Deputy City Attorney, San Diego City Attorney’s Office · 1996–1998
Sources: Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 8.7.2026 (opens in a new tab)
Commission Confirms Four Appointments to Courts of Appeal (California Courts Newsroom) (opens in a new tab)
Certified List of Candidates, Nov. 3, 2026 General Election (California Secretary of State) (opens in a new tab)