Josh Kocher

Prosecuting Attorney, Hamilton County · Republican · Indiana

Where they are running

Local offices on the Indiana ballot
Indiana

Where they stand

Justice system: Kocher supports a justice system that is both fair and firm, with offenders held accountable and victims supported.

Crime prevention: Kocher emphasizes strong law-enforcement partnerships and swift legal action to prevent crimes that threaten public safety.

Marijuana policy: Kocher supports balancing changing marijuana policies with public-safety concerns through thoughtful legislation and enforcement strategies.

In the news

Hamilton County, meet your new prosecutor (readthereporter.com, Dec 31, 2025)

New Hamilton County prosecutor Kocher to be sworn in, replaces retiring Garrison (theindianalawyer.com, Dec 30, 2025)

Josh Kocher tapped to lead Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office (fox59.com, Dec 29, 2025)