David Sapp

Nonpartisan

· California

On the ballot · 2026

State judiciary — California

Key dates

Voters decide whether David Sapp keeps the seat

Appointed: Gov. Gavin Newsom (Democratic), 2026
Before this court: Legal Affairs Secretary, Office of Governor Gavin Newsom · 2022–present
Chief Deputy Legal Affairs Secretary, Office of Governor Gavin Newsom · 2021–2022
Deputy Legal Affairs Secretary, Office of Governor Gavin Newsom · 2019–2021
Deputy Policy Director & Assistant Legal Counsel, California State Board of Education · 2016–2019
Director of Education Advocacy, ACLU Foundation of Southern California · 2014–2016
Staff Attorney, ACLU Foundation of Southern California · 2009–2014
Law Clerk, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit · 2008–2009
Skadden Fellow and Staff Attorney, Advocates for Children’s Services, Legal Aid of North Carolina · 2006–2008
Law Clerk, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama · 2005–2006
Sources: Governor Newsom Announces Judicial Appointments (Aug. 7, 2026) (opens in a new tab)
Commission Confirms Four Appointments to Courts of Appeal (California Courts Newsroom) (opens in a new tab)