Judge of the Lawrence Circuit Court, 81st Judicial Circuit
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:
Republican · Incumbent
Nathan G. Nikirk has been judge of the Lawrence Circuit Court since Governor Eric Holcomb appointed him in 2019, and voters elected him to a full term in 2020. He says he is committed to applying the law fairly, impartially, and consistently.
Records: Impartiality 1 against, Legal Competence 1 for