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Jenny is from Paducah. She earned a bachelor's degree in history and political science from Murray State University and a law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law. Jenny lives in Paducah with her husband and their children.

Jenny is a partner at a law firm. She previously worked as an attorney for the Kentucky Court of Appeals. She also served in the U.S. Air Force.

Jenny Hines previously ran for Court of Appeals 1st Division 1 judge but did not win.


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Promises to give small claims cases the attention they deserve.

Promises to give small claims cases "the attention to detail they deserve."

Promises to handle District Court cases, such as traffic violations, "quickly and justly with an appropriate balance of kindness and encouragement to individuals not to engage in repeat offenses or endanger others."

Promises to handle traffic court cases "quickly and justly with an appropriate balance of kindness and encouragement."

- Promises to give small claims cases "the attention to detail they deserve."
- Promises to handle traffic court cases "quickly and justly with an appropriate balance of kindness and encouragement."

Judicial Administration

Believes juvenile matters require "empathy as well as a measure of grace and deterrence."

Wants to apply empathy to juvenile cases.

- Wants to apply empathy to juvenile cases.

Judicial Philosophy

As of August 20, 2024, Jenny Hines’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Community Involvement

Ethics & Conduct

As a partner at Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP, practiced in a variety of legal areas and courts statewide, including federal court.

As a partner at Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP, manages key client relationships, pursues new clients, mentors junior lawyers, oversees certain areas of legal practice, and provides legal counsel and representation to clients.

- As a partner at Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP, manages key client relationships, pursues new clients, mentors junior lawyers, oversees certain areas of legal practice, and provides legal counsel and representation to clients.

Legal Experience

Jenny Hines

Jenny is from Paducah. She holds a bachelor's degree in history and political science from Murray State University and a law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law. Jenny lives in Paducah with her husband and their children.

Jenny Hines is a partner at a law firm. She previously worked as an attorney for the Kentucky Court of Appeals. She also served in the U.S. Air Force.

Believes the District Court should handle probate matters to ease the stress of court appearances during the loss of a loved one.

Supports addressing probate and juvenile matters.

Believes district courts handle civil matters involving $5,000 or less.

Believes a District Judge must be well-prepared to handle arraignments and felony probable cause hearings.

Believes District Court Judges are well-equipped to hear cases involving city and county ordinances.

Believes district courts play a crucial role in handling competency issues and commitment cases, emphasizing the importance of these cases and the need for careful consideration in judicial administration.

Believes Kentucky District Courts handle lesser criminal charges known as misdemeanors.

Promises to be fair and seek justice in District Court cases involving misdemeanors and violations.

Believes district courts are responsible for trying issues related to "criminal cases, family law, civil law, juvenile law, and other matters as defined by statute."

Believes judicial decisions are "very important" and "not to be taken lightly" and promises to approach them with seriousness if elected.

Said, "I will be fair and use common sense and work within the parameters of the law to provide justice for all."

Promises to deal fairly with all cases that come before him if elected as a District Court Judge.

Promises to be "fair and seek justice" in all cases.

Believes in being an actively participating citizen and caring deeply for her community.

Believes that if you drive a vehicle, you will likely get pulled over for a traffic violation and may have to appear in District Court as a result.

Has practiced probate law for many years and aims to handle cases with competence and compassion, especially in cases involving the loss of a loved one.

Believes his time as a prosecutor provided him with valuable knowledge, experience, and insight into Kentucky's judicial system.

Rejoined the firm of Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP in 2024 and has since been practicing as a partner there.

Served as an attorney for the Kentucky Court of Appeals from 2017 to 2023.

Jenny Hines is a Paducah native and is married to Eddie Jones. Together, they have two children who attend or have attended McCracken and Paducah Public Schools. She was valedictorian of Reidland High School and graduated magna cum laude from Murray State University.

Jenny Hines is currently a partner at the law firm Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP. She previously worked as an attorney for the Kentucky Court of Appeals from 2017 to 2023 and served as a Security Forces Officer in the United States Air Force.

As of September 4, 2024, Jenny Hines’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- District court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases, as well as, small claims (involving $2,500 or less), landlord eviction cases, and cases related to domestic violence and abuse. 
- In Kentucky, there are 116 district court judges serving in 60 judicial districts.
- District court judges are elected for four-year terms in nonpartisan elections. Vacancies can be filled by the governor's appointment, with staggered elections ensuring that only some judges are elected each year.
- District court judges earn ​$141,761 annually. 

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Said, "Either way, they are very important and are not to be taken lightly. I take them seriously and would do so on the bench."