CAMPAIGN 2026 NEWS RELEASE
Elizabeth Allen has announced that she will seek re-election as Los Alamos Municipal Judge, continuing her work to modernize the court, expand community partnerships, and strengthen programs that support accountability, fairness, and opportunity.
Allen has worked as an attorney since 2008 and has served as the elected Municipal Judge since 2019. During her time on the bench, she has led significant improvements in the operation and accessibility of the court. Under her leadership, the court transitioned to a fully paperless system, ensuring more efficient and transparent processes for the public. When the COVID-19 pandemic and wildfire evacuations disrupted normal operations, Allen ensured the court continued to function seamlessly by implementing online court services and remote access options.
“Courts should be accessible, fair, and responsive to the needs of the community,” Allen said. “My goal has always been to make sure people can meaningfully participate in the process and connect with the resources they need.”
Allen has prioritized language access and continues to develop pretrial and probation programs designed to hold people accountable while helping them access support services that reduce repeat offenses. She has also maintained strong partnerships with community organizations to ensure the court connects individuals with the help they need.
Youth engagement has also been a major focus of Allen’s work. Teen Court remains a valuable program in the community, providing young people with restorative and educational opportunities. Recognizing the need for greater collaboration around teen risk-taking and well- being, Allen helped develop additional programs including Hawk Hangout and the Youth Summit, initiatives that welcome youth into the courthouse to learn about the justice system and connect with mentors and community resources.
If re-elected, Allen plans to continue strengthening collaborations with social service providers to expand support for individuals involved in the justice system, including those currently in detention. She will also work with the community’s Criminal Justice Coordinating Council to advance strategic priorities such as expanding access to mental health resources and developing a peer support program to support recovery and re-entry.
Beyond her work locally, Allen has played a leadership role statewide. Over the past seven years, she has served in leadership positions within the Municipal Judges Association and the Judicial Council. She developed the first annual report provided to municipal judges statewide and has trained more than 60 new judges. Allen has also presented at over 20 judicial conferences and remains committed to strengthening judicial education throughout New Mexico.
“I am proud of the progress we have made together,” Allen said. “I am running for re-election to continue building a court that is innovative, collaborative, and focused on serving our entire community.”