Josh Martin for Grand Isle County State’s Attorney
Josh Martin is a Vermont attorney with more than 20 years of courtroom experience in criminal, civil, and constitutional litigation. He is running as an independent to bring experienced, practical, and fair-minded leadership to the Grand Isle County State’s Attorney’s Office.
Over Two Decades of Courtroom Experience
Josh is a Vermont native who has spent more than 20 years standing up for people in the criminal and civil justice system.
Josh’s practice has included criminal defense, civil-rights litigation, constitutional claims, employment matters, and complex civil cases. He has represented people facing the power of government and large institutions, and he understands both the authority of a prosecutor and the responsibility that comes with it.
Josh has practiced law in multiple jurisdictions and has been admitted to the bar in five states. That breadth of experience gives him a broad perspective on how to get full justice for people who’ve been hurt by another’s actions, and how to make the community safer when the case is over.
A Practical Approach to Justice
Protect the Public
The State’s Attorney’s Office should concentrate its attention and resources on violence, impaired driving, repeat dangerous conduct, and cases involving a genuine ongoing threat to the community.
Accountability That Accomplishes Something
Accountability should do more than produce a conviction or collect a fine. Whenever possible, the system should emphasize restitution, community service, and consequences that repair harm and make victims whole.
Use Judgment
Not every case requires the same response. When there’s an opportunity to achieve justice and restore victims at the county level, that should be the preference over sending money to Montpelier or private prison contractors.
Independent Judgment
Josh is running as an independent because the work of a prosecutor should not be controlled by party loyalty. Each case should be evaluated on the evidence, the law, the safety of the community, the needs of victims, and what will actually produce a just result.
An Office That Answers to the Public
Victims and families deserve clear communication, honest answers, and respectful treatment. Members of the public should be able to reach the office, understand what is happening, and know that their concerns have been heard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What experience does Josh Martin bring to the office?
Josh has more than 20 years of experience in the criminal and civil justice system, including criminal defense, civil-rights litigation, constitutional claims, and complex civil cases across multiple jurisdictions.
Why is Josh running as an independent?
Josh believes the work of a prosecutor should not be controlled by party loyalty. Running as an independent lets him evaluate each case on the evidence and the law, not political pressure.
What is Josh’s approach to accountability?
Josh believes accountability should do more than produce a conviction or collect a fine. Whenever possible, the system should emphasize restitution, community service, and consequences that repair harm.
When is the election?
Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
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