District attorneys make life-changing decisions for thousands of people here in Massachusetts every day. This fall, voters in six contested races have the opportunity to choose the right candidate who would help restore and strengthen our communities.
Plymouth County
Population: 521,202
District Attorney
Cruz was appointed to the office in 2001 and has since run as the incumbent. During the subsequent four elections, there have been two challengers.
Timothy J. Cruz (R)
DA Election History & Turnout
2010 Primary
1 Democrat; 1 Republican
2010 General
6% left DA field blank;
59% overall voter turnout
2014 Primary
No Contest
2014 General
No Contest
2018 Primary
- Democratic Primary:
- John E. Bradley, Jr. won 72.7% as a write-in candidate with no other challengers
- 86% of voters left the DA field blank
2018 General
- Timothy J. Cruz won 57% of the vote and challenger John E. Bradley, Jr. 43%
- 4% of voters left the DA field blank