Sits on the court that has the final word on Arizona law. It hears appeals from the Court of Appeals, takes every death-penalty appeal directly, and resolves challenges to state laws and ballot measures. The court also runs the entire state court system and writes the rules of procedure every Arizona court follows.
John R. Lopez IV
| Office | Judges & Courts |
|---|---|
| Office | Vice Chief Justice, Arizona Supreme Court |
| Party | Nonpartisan - merit selection |
| Term | ON THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 RETENTION BALLOT |
| Contact | 602-452-3396Official Page |
| Verified | September 2026 |