Professional and Legal background

Judge Harris received a bachelor's degree and a juris doctor from the University of Montana.

Judge Harris was a partner at Harris, Gannett, & Varela.

Donald L Harris is the District Court Judge in Judicial District 13. He was appointed in 2017.

Ballotpedia

As District Court Judge, Judge Harris has presided over the STAR Drug Court.

As an attorney, Judge Harris practiced personal injury law.

- As District Court Judge, Judge Harris has presided over the STAR Drug Court.
- As an attorney, Judge Harris practiced personal injury law.

Legal Experience

As of September 17, 2024, Donald L Harris did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Community Involvement

Donald L Harris

- Montana District Courts are central to the state’s judicial system, handling most major legal proceedings and providing a pathway for appeals from lower courts.
- Montana District Court Judges handle a wide variety of cases, including all serious criminal charges and smaller felonies. These courts also take on major civil disputes and state financial claims.
- In civil matters, these judges deal with wills and estates (probate), disputes over contracts and property ownership, and other non-criminal legal issues.
- These judges also have the authority to review decisions made by smaller local courts within their jurisdiction, as allowed by state law and the Constitution.
Judges in the District Courts are elected by the public in their districts, emphasizing the importance of community representation.