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Elections

John Russell seeks Pickens County district judge seat

Attorney John Russell announced Wednesday that he will run for the district judge seat in Pickens County as a Republican.

February 27, 2025

Ivey makes appointments for district judgeship and district attorney positions

Ivey filled vacancies in the 17th, 28th and 35th judicial circuits.

January 28, 2025

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Gov. Ivey appoints new Talladega County district judge

J. Scott Brewer receives judgeship after 16 years as an assistant district attorney in Talladega County courtrooms.

June 25, 2024

Governor appoints Ben Baxley to Elmore County judgeship

Baxley will fill the vacancy left by Judge Patrick Pinkston.

April 25, 2024

Samantha Copelan announces bid for Lee County District Court

The Republican primary election is scheduled for March 5, 2024.

June 14, 2023

Thomas shows strong fundraising start in Lee County district judge race

Lee County Chief Assistant District Attorney Clay Thomas, a first-time candidate, raised over $30,000 so far this year.

June 2, 2023

House sends bill creating 13 new judgeships to Gov. Kay Ivey

The bill passed 103-0 and will be sent to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature into law.

May 24, 2023

Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff, district judge

Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle.

January 16, 2023