Cass County Clerk of District Court P26


Lora Kreifel

Republican

Contacted by resident of Cass County.
02/23/26, 11:09am, Tried landline, didn't work, tried other possible job locations.
02/23/26, 8:24pm, Sent Facebook message, candidate responded with cell number,
scheduled time to speak
02/24/26, 5:53pm, Phone call, candidate will complete the questionnaire,
provided her email address.
03/02/26, 3:20pm, Sent a follow up text message checking on status 
and inquiring if there are any questions.
03/02/26, 7:11pm,  Candidate sent a text message 
indicating that she had completed the questionnaire.
Answers submitted online March 3, 2026 @ 7:10 PM

Brook N McConnaughey

Republican

Contacted by resident of Cass County.
02/23/26, 10:49am, Left voicemail message on her personal cell.  And sent text message.
02/23/26, 4:02pm, Candidate left me a voicemail message, returned call. 
Candidate agreed to fill out the questionnaire.  Sent link by email.
03/02/26, 3:16pm, Sent a follow up text message checking on status 
and inquiring if there are any questions.
03/02/26, 3:43pm, Candidate texted indicating she will complete the questionnaire by 3/3.
Answers submitted online March 10, 2026 @ 1:00 PM.

Barbara A Wagner

Democrat

Contacted by resident of Cass County.
02/23/26, 11:26am, Sent text message.
02/23/26, 8:19pm, tried Facebook Messenger, candidate responded. 
Set a time for her to call me at 3:00 tomorrow.
02/24/26, 3:14pm, Candidate called and agreed to complete the VIP questionnaire.  
Questionnaire access sent via email.
03/02/26, 3:22pm, Sent a follow up text message checking on status 
and inquiring if there are any questions.
03/03/26, 3:41 pm, candidate sent a text message 
indicating she plans to complete the questionnaire tomorrow.
Answers submitted online March 5, 2026 @ 8:04 AM.

Job Description

How office affects the voter

The Clerk of the District Court & Jury Commissioner is responsible for the administration, management, and operation of all clerical functions of the District Court within the county; the maintenance of legal records; and the entire jury management process, ensuring the constitutional right to a trial by jury is upheld. See comprehensive Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

District Court Clerk Responsibilities 1. Case Management: - ensure that all cases proceed appropriately through the system, from initial acceptance; recording and gathering records for all stages of the process; and issuing legal documents such as summons and warrants, among others. 2. Act as the clerk for the Board of Mental Health. 3. Record Custodianship – keeps all court records, both physical and electronic, and provides appropriate public access to them. 4. Financial responsibilities – manage court costs, fines, restitution, and other funds (including court trust accounts)—collecting, recording, depositing, and reporting. 5. Customer Service and Public Interaction: Provide information and assistance to judges, attorneys, law enforcement, litigants, and the general public without providing legal advice. 6. Office Administration: Train, supervise, and evaluate deputy clerks and other office staff, including determining efficient, effective office procedures. B. Jury Commissioner Responsibilities: Jury Commission – manages the list of potential jurors and processes juror qualification and/or exemptions in order to provide adequate numbers of jurors for selection, communicating with and reimbursing jurors, as well as submitting reports to the State Court Administrator.

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Job Description

How office affects the voter

The Clerk of the District Court & Jury Commissioner is responsible for the administration, management, and operation of all clerical functions of the District Court within the county; the maintenance of legal records; and the entire jury management process, ensuring the constitutional right to a trial by jury is upheld. See comprehensive Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

District Court Clerk Responsibilities 1. Case Management: - ensure that all cases proceed appropriately through the system, from initial acceptance; recording and gathering records for all stages of the process; and issuing legal documents such as summons and warrants, among others. 2. Act as the clerk for the Board of Mental Health. 3. Record Custodianship – keeps all court records, both physical and electronic, and provides appropriate public access to them. 4. Financial responsibilities – manage court costs, fines, restitution, and other funds (including court trust accounts)—collecting, recording, depositing, and reporting. 5. Customer Service and Public Interaction: Provide information and assistance to judges, attorneys, law enforcement, litigants, and the general public without providing legal advice. 6. Office Administration: Train, supervise, and evaluate deputy clerks and other office staff, including determining efficient, effective office procedures. B. Jury Commissioner Responsibilities: Jury Commission – manages the list of potential jurors and processes juror qualification and/or exemptions in order to provide adequate numbers of jurors for selection, communicating with and reimbursing jurors, as well as submitting reports to the State Court Administrator.

Requirements for the position

Registered voter. Residency in the county is not required when applying to run but is required if the position is won.

Other information

This role demands the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and efficiency. Though not required, a high school diploma or equivalent, an associate's or bachelor's degree in business, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field is preferred. Another advantage would be considerable experience in court operations, legal administration, or a similarly complex office environment, including supervisory experience. Having extensive knowledge of Nebraska legalities, organizational, technological and communication skills are preferred.

Term of office

Term of office is 4 years, with no term limits.

Partisan?

Candidates are nominated by their party in a primary election.

When election is held

Every four years along with state officers.

Links

See State Statutes 25-2204 through 25-2211.02, 25-2214 through 25-2214.01, 24-1005 and 24-1006



How office affects the voter

The Clerk of the District Court & Jury Commissioner is responsible for the administration, management, and operation of all clerical functions of the District Court within the county; the maintenance of legal records; and the entire jury management process, ensuring the constitutional right to a trial by jury is upheld. See comprehensive Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

District Court Clerk Responsibilities 1. Case Management: - ensure that all cases proceed appropriately through the system, from initial acceptance; recording and gathering records for all stages of the process; and issuing legal documents such as summons and warrants, among others. 2. Act as the clerk for the Board of Mental Health. 3. Record Custodianship – keeps all court records, both physical and electronic, and provides appropriate public access to them. 4. Financial responsibilities – manage court costs, fines, restitution, and other funds (including court trust accounts)—collecting, recording, depositing, and reporting. 5. Customer Service and Public Interaction: Provide information and assistance to judges, attorneys, law enforcement, litigants, and the general public without providing legal advice. 6. Office Administration: Train, supervise, and evaluate deputy clerks and other office staff, including determining efficient, effective office procedures. B. Jury Commissioner Responsibilities: Jury Commission – manages the list of potential jurors and processes juror qualification and/or exemptions in order to provide adequate numbers of jurors for selection, communicating with and reimbursing jurors, as well as submitting reports to the State Court Administrator.

Requirements for the position

Registered voter. Residency in the county is not required when applying to run but is required if the position is won.

Other information

This role demands the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and efficiency. Though not required, a high school diploma or equivalent, an associate's or bachelor's degree in business, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field is preferred. Another advantage would be considerable experience in court operations, legal administration, or a similarly complex office environment, including supervisory experience. Having extensive knowledge of Nebraska legalities, organizational, technological and communication skills are preferred.

Term of office

Term of office is 4 years, with no term limits.

Partisan?

Candidates are nominated by their party in a primary election.

When election is held

Every four years along with state officers.

Links

See State Statutes 25-2204 through 25-2211.02, 25-2214 through 25-2214.01, 24-1005 and 24-1006