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Todd Kirby

Republican

Lawyer, Judge

Todd Kirby is a candidate for Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia in the 2026 election.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Todd Kirby was born in Fairdale, West Virginia. He earned a bachelor's degree from Marshall University and a law degree from the Liberty University School of Law in 2011. His career experience includes working as a lawyer and judge.[4]

Law:
Liberty University School of Law, 2011
Bachelor's:
Marshall University

Campaign themes

Todd Kirby did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

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Campaign websiteKirby's campaign website stated the following:Integrity. Fairness. Constitutional Fidelity.Todd Kirby is a Republican candidate running for the non-partisan position of West Virginia Supreme Court Justice. His judicial philosophy is grounded in respect for the Constitution, the rule of law, and the responsibility courts have to serve the people fairly and impartially.Protecting FamiliesThroughout his career, Todd Kirby has worked extensively with abuse and neglect, and foster care cases. He understands firsthand how court decisions affect children, parents, and families during their most difficult moments.Todd believes the justice system must prioritize child safety, family stability, and accountability while ensuring due process for all involved.Constitutional ConservatismTodd Kirby is a staunch constitutional conservative. He believes courts must apply the law as written, respect the separation of powers, and protect the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution. Judges should not legislate from the bench or allow personal ideology to override established law.Restoring Trust in the CourtsPublic confidence in the judicial system is essential. Todd Kirby believes integrity, transparency, and adherence to the rule of law are critical to maintaining trust in West Virginia’s courts. Every individual deserves equal treatment under the law, free from corruption, favoritism, or political influence.— Todd Kirby's campaign website (May 7, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a father, husband, attorney and small business owner who wants to bring real change and accountability to my state government through new ideas and common sense solutions to issues affecting us.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Reduce wasteful spending and ensure that every tax dollar is spent wisely and efficiently.Reducing the size and scope of government is crucial to preserving our Constitutional rights and freedoms.Ensuring a quality education for all of our children is one of my top priorities.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Lower Taxes and Eliminating Job-Killing Regulations

A More Efficient and Accountable Government

Reforming our Education System by Focusing on Getting Resources Directly into our Classrooms

Protecting our Constitutional Rights from Government Encroachment

Eliminating Income Taxes for Senior Citizens Who Receive Social Security

Defending the Lives of the Unborn by Greatly Restricting Abortion in Most Instances

Defending our God-Given Right to Lawfully Possess Firearms and Defend Ourselves and Our Families

Eliminating Subject Matter and Programs in Our Public Schools that Promote the Sexualization of Children

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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