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Williams County Judge of the Court of Common Pleas (Probate/Juvenile Division)

What does this office do?

  • Deciding trials in the county
  • Ruling on evidence and setting sentences in criminal cases
  • Deciding family, probate, and civil disputes

Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,

Candidates:

Nonpartisan · Incumbent

Karen Gallagher has been the Williams County probate and juvenile judge since late 2020, after working as a court magistrate and 32 years as a lawyer in Bryan. She wants youth held accountable while learning life skills, and more help for adults in need.

Sources: williamscountyoh.gov23 · lookup.boe.ohio.gov