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Adrian Fontes (born April 3, 1970) is an American politician and attorney. A member of the Democratic Party, he has served as the Secretary of State of Arizona since 2023, after defeating Republican nominee Mark Finchem in 2022. Fontes previously served as the Maricopa County Recorder from 2017 to 2021.
- April 3, 1970 (age 53)
- Stephen Richer
- Katie Hobbs
- Katie Hobbs
He practiced law for 15 years before running for office in 2016 when he was elected Maricopa County Recorder. As Recorder, Secretary Fontes revolutionized the election system by ensuring that every eligible Arizonan had the access they needed to vote.
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Nov 8, 2022 · 2027. Years in position. 1. Predecessor. Katie Hobbs. Prior offices. Maricopa County Recorder. Successor: Stephen Richer. Report an officeholder change. Compensation. Base salary. $70,000. Elections and appointments. Last elected. November 8, 2022. Education. Bachelor's. Arizona State University, 1998. Law.
County Recorder Stephen Richer. Stephen Richer is the 30th Recorder of Maricopa County. He was elected in November 2020 and took office January 2021. Prior to his election as Recorder, Stephen worked as a lawyer and business person. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Tulane University, a master’s degree from the University of Chicago, and a ...
Nov 11, 2022 · PHOENIX — Adrian Fontes, Maricopa County Recorder from 2016 to 2020, has beat out Mark Finchem in the race for Secretary of State, the Associated Press reports. Fontes served as County...
Sep 13, 2020 · Abe Kwok. Arizona Republic. An incumbent facing a novice challenger has the advantage of running on his record. It can also be a disadvantage. As a political neophyte, Adrian Fontes seized on...
Jul 28, 2021 · Adrian Fontes Biography. Adrian Fontes served as County Recorder for Maricopa County, Arizona, the second largest voting jurisdiction in the United States, representing over 2.5 million active voters and approximately two thirds of Arizona’s population from 2017 - 2020.
