Darin S. Dupont

Merced City Councilmember and Attorney in Merced, CA

Darin S. Dupont is a candidate for State Senate District 14 in California State Senate District 14, California — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Esmeralda Hurtado, Esmeralda Soria.

Darin S. DuPont is an attorney and a member of the Merced City Council, having been elected to represent District 1 in 2024 [1.5]. Born and raised in Merced County, he earned a bachelor's degree in public administration from George Mason University and a law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. DuPont is currently a partner at the law firm Robbins, Browning, Godwin & Marchini, LLP, focusing on water and municipal law. He is running as a Republican for California State Senate District 14 in 2026.