Saturday, March 7, 2026 | Clark County, Nevada
Nevada voters deserve to see judicial candidates answer tough questions — live, unscripted, and in person.
That is exactly what is happening.
Following the powerful and successful kickoff of our endorsement interviews, we now move into Part 3 of 3 — the Final Round — continuing one of the most transparent and accountable judicial endorsement processes in Nevada.
We extend our sincere appreciation to:
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All candidates who participated
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Our viewers who tuned in LIVE and online
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Our dedicated sponsors
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Judge Jacob Reynolds — Clark County District Court, Department 29
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Judge Mary Perry — Clark County District Court, Family Division, Department P
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Judge Veronica Barisich — Clark County District Court, Department 5
Your participation reinforces integrity and strengthens public confidence in our judicial system.
📅 EVENT DETAILS
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Keystone Executive Suites — Large Conference Room
8430 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 576-9800
Candidates must arrive 15 minutes prior to their scheduled interview time.
Hosted by:
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Veterans In Politics International (VIPI)
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Nevada Veterans Association
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Armed Forces Chamber USA, LLC
This is one of the most open and accountable judicial endorsement processes in Nevada.
⚖️ COURT DEPARTMENTS BEING INTERVIEWED
Clark County District Court — Departments:
Family R
Family S
Family Z
JP Henderson — Department 3
JP Henderson — Department 4
Las Vegas Municipal — Department 1
Las Vegas Municipal — Department 2
North Las Vegas Municipal — Department 1
Henderson Municipal Court — Department 1
Family E
These judicial seats impact families, public safety, constitutional rights, and businesses throughout Southern Nevada.
All candidates must appear in person to be eligible for endorsement.
No Zoom.
No telephonic appearances.
No questionnaires.
No make-ups.
This is accountability — in real time.
🕗 INTERVIEW SCHEDULE & CONFIRMED CANDIDATES
Family R — 8:00–8:45 AM
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Marilyn A. Caston
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Judge Bill Henderson
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Nicholas “Nick” Petsas
Family S — 9:00–9:45 AM
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Kristine Brewer
Family Z — 10:00–10:45 AM
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Judge Michele “Shell” Mercer
JP Henderson, Department 3 — 11:00–11:45 AM
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Lance Hendron
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Judge Barbara Schifalacqua
JP Henderson, Department 4 — 1:00–1:45 PM
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John Cory
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Trent L. Richards
Las Vegas Municipal, Department 1 — 2:00–2:45 PM
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Rae Canady
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Amanda Pellizzari
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Judge Matthew Walker
Las Vegas Municipal, Department 2 — 3:00–3:45 PM
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Jessica Green
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Allycia Murphy
North Las Vegas Municipal, Department 1 — 4:00–4:45 PM
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Judge Chris Cannon
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Alexander Henry
Henderson Municipal Court, Department 1 — 5:00–5:45 PM
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Judge Alicia Albritton
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Gary Thompson
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Catherine Wiersch
Family E — 6:00–6:45 PM
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Timothy Treffinger
🎥 WHERE TO WATCH
The interviews will be:
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Broadcast LIVE on Facebook
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Recorded and posted to YouTube
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Shared across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, TikTok, Truth Social, Gettr, Gab, Meetup, and www.veteransinpolitics.org
📢 Watch LIVE:
https://www.facebook.com/steve.sanson.3/
Replay videos will be available at:
https://www.youtube.com/@stevewsanson/videos
This is your opportunity to watch candidates demonstrate judicial temperament, legal knowledge, and readiness for the bench.
🏛 PRIOR ENDORSEMENTS ANNOUNCED (February 28, 2026)
After the second round of interviews, the following endorsements were made:
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Judge Noreen DeMonte — Clark County District Court, Department 28
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Judge Jacob Reynolds — Clark County District Court, Department 29
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Judge Jerry Wiese II — Clark County District Court, Department 30
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Judge Joanna Kishner — Clark County District Court, Department 31
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Patricia Marr — Clark County District Court, Family Division, Department D
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Judge Kerri Maxey — Clark County District Court, Family Division, Department N
Both Veterans In Politics International and the Nevada Veterans Association abstained from one race due to VIPI Consulting LLC contractual obligations.
However, Armed Forces Chamber USA, LLC endorsed:
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Judge Mary Perry — Clark County District Court, Family Division, Department P
Transparency. Integrity. Public Accountability.
⚠ IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE
Veterans In Politics International (VIPI) and the Nevada Veterans Association abstain from races represented by VIPI Consulting LLC.
Panel members:
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Serve strictly as unpaid volunteers
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Are prohibited from receiving any consideration or advice from candidates
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Sign confidentiality agreements
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Deliberate independently
The President of Veterans In Politics does not participate in endorsement interviews to maintain impartiality and integrity.
🏆 ENDORSEMENT CEREMONY
Monday, March 23, 2026
Sahara West Library
9600 W. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89117
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Endorsed candidates will be publicly announced and formally recognized, followed by a press release and media distribution.
📢 SPONSORSHIP & DIGITAL BILLBOARD OPPORTUNITIES
Campaigns, businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations may advertise during the interview process.
Endorsed candidates will have access to discounted digital billboard packages ranging from 1 to 35 locations for 30–45 days near early voting — at a fraction of standard campaign rates.
For sponsorship information, contact:
Stephanie Phillips — (702) 339-6436
Steve Sanson — (702) 283-8088
🎁 BRING AN UNWRAPPED TOY
We are collecting new, unwrapped toys for teenagers for our Toys for Tots drive. Your donation can make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life.
This is not just another political event.
This is transparency in action.
This is public accountability.
This is Nevada voters paying attention.
Watch it LIVE.
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Be part of the conversation.
PART 3 OF 3 — The Spotlight Is on Nevada’s Judiciary. ⚖️🇺🇸
