While the mayoral candidates are duking it out in a fierce campaign fight this fall, a group of lower-profile candidates who are also running in the city's November general election could have an outsize effect on many New Yorkers’ lives.

The judges we elect next month will be responsible for overseeing criminal trials or civil disputes. But it can be hard to find information about the people seeking these powerful roles in New York’s court system.

Here are some things you should know before you head to the polls.

What judicial positions are on the ballot this fall?

It depends on where you live. To find who will appear on your ballot, go to findmypollsite.vote.nyc and then enter your address to see a sample ballot.

There are three types of judges that are elected by New York City vo

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