Scioto County Domestic Relations Court: Judiciary

Jerry attended Valley High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in mathematics from Rio Grande College, his master's degree in education leadership from Ohio University, and his law degree from the Capital University Law School. He lives with his wife, Lisa, with whom he has 2 adult children.

Jerry previously worked as a high school math teacher, and coach.

Jerry Buckler is the Scioto County common pleas judge. He was elected in 2012 and is serving his second term. He previously served on the Valley Local Board of Education.

Previously worked as an attorney, courtroom magistrate, and prosecutor.

- Previously worked as an attorney, courtroom magistrate, and prosecutor.

Legal Experience

As of August 7, 2024, Jerry L. Buckler did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Administration

Believes that challenges family face are often caused by drugs, abuse, lack of support, and a breakdown of the family unit.

- Believes that challenges family face are often caused by drugs, abuse, lack of support, and a breakdown of the family unit.

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Jerry L. Buckler

Jerry attended Valley High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in mathematics from Rio Grande College, his master's degree in education leadership from Ohio University, and his law degree from the Capital University Law School. He lives with his wife, Lisa, in Scioto County and has two adult children.

Jerry previously worked as a high school math teacher, coach, and member of the Valley Local Board of Education. 

Jerry Buckler currently serves as the County Common Pleas Judge for Scioto County, Ohio. He was first elected in 2012 and is in his second term.

- The Court of Common Pleas handles criminal felony cases and civil cases where more than $5,000 is at stake.
- The courts are divided into four divisions: general, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile. Each specializes in different types of cases, such as civil and criminal trials, divorces and child custody matters, inheritances and adoptions, and juvenile offenses.
- Ohio has a court of common pleas in each of its 88 counties.
- Common pleas judges are elected to six-year terms in nonpartisan elections.
- Common pleas judges earn $163,792 annually.