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New Hampshire Attorney General Primary

Election Date:September 8, 2026Register by:September 3, 2026
Current holder:John M. Formella(Republican)

The 2026 New Hampshire Attorney General primary election will be held on September 8, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for the state's Attorney General office. The Attorney General serves as the chief legal officer and head of the Department of Justice in New Hampshire, responsible for prosecuting crimes, defending state laws, and providing legal counsel to state agencies.

About This Race

The 2026 New Hampshire Attorney General primary election will be held on September 8, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for the state's Attorney General office. The Attorney General serves as the chief legal officer and head of the Department of Justice in New Hampshire, responsible for prosecuting crimes, defending state laws, and providing legal counsel to state agencies.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
September 8, 2026
Registration Deadline
September 3, 2026

How to Vote

Registered New Hampshire voters can vote in the primary by requesting an absentee ballot or voting in person at their designated polling place on election day, September 8, 2026. Voters must present a valid photo ID at the polls; acceptable forms include a New Hampshire driver's license, non-driver ID, passport, or military ID. Registration must be completed by September 3, 2026, either online, by mail, or in person at the town or city clerk's office.

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Incumbent
Republican

John M. Formella

Attorney General of New Hampshire

Biography

John M. Formella is the incumbent Attorney General of New Hampshire, appointed in 2021 and confirmed by the Executive Council. A former federal prosecutor with the U.S. Attorney's Office in New Hampshire, he is seeking election to continue leading the state's Department of Justice, focusing on public safety, opioid litigation, and protecting consumers and vulnerable populations.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Harold F. Johnson

Attorney General of New Hampshire

Biography

Harold F. Johnson is a former assistant attorney general and senior prosecutor in the New Hampshire Department of Justice, with over 20 years of experience in criminal prosecution and public safety initiatives. He is running to restore independence to the AG's office, prioritize violent crime reduction, and advocate for criminal justice reform and equitable law enforcement practices.

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