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2026 Voter's Guide: Lancaster County Public Defender

From the 2026 Primary Election Voter's Guide series

Lincoln Journal Star
Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
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Sarah Newell is challenging her boss, Lancaster County Public Defender Kristi Egger, in a Democratic primary on May 12.

Lancaster County public defender

Sarah Newell is challenging her boss, Lancaster County Public Defender Kristi Egger, in a Democratic primary on May 12 that will likely decide who holds the office for the next four years because there are no Republicans running.

The Lancaster County public defender’s office provides legal services for indigent clients. The County Board established the office in 1970.

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Lancaster County Public Defender: Kristi Egger

Age: 63

Hometown: Lincoln

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Lancaster County Public Defender: Sarah Newell

Age: 46

Hometown: Lincoln

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