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Todd Jones Running for McCracken District Judge

Todd S. Jones is from Paducah, Kentucky. He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and marketing from the University of Kentucky and a law degree from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University. Todd lives with his wife, Bethany, in Paducah, Kentucky.

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Todd previously worked as the first assistant county attorney for the McCracken County Attorney's Office and a trial attorney for the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy.

Todd Stewart Jones named McCracken county District Court Judge

Todd currently serves a judge on the Kentucky 2nd District Court. He was appointed in 2017 and is in his third term.

Believes everyone in his courtroom should be treated fairly and with respect, while making sure no one is above the law.

- Believes everyone in his courtroom should be treated fairly and with respect, while making sure no one is above the law.

Judicial Administration

As the first assistant county attorney for the McCracken County Attorney's Office, authored local ordinances banning the sale and possession of certain synthetic drugs sold at convenience stores.

Said, “I understand the gravity of decisions made in court. Protecting the public is first and foremost.”

Believes that drug, alcohol, and mental health treatment can be used to prevent future crimes.

- As the first assistant county attorney for the McCracken County Attorney's Office, authored local ordinances banning the sale and possession of certain synthetic drugs sold at convenience stores.
- Said, “I understand the gravity of decisions made in court. Protecting the public is first and foremost.”
- Believes that drug, alcohol, and mental health treatment can be used to prevent future crimes.

Judicial Philosophy

Served as a speaker for McCracken County Teen Court and Junior Citizens Police Academy.

- Served as a speaker for McCracken County Teen Court and Junior Citizens Police Academy.

Community Involvement

As of March 10, 2026, Todd S. Jones did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

As the first assistant county attorney for the McCracken County Attorney's Office for eight years, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, worked with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal and civil violations, and provided legal counsel and representation to state, county, and city officials in lawsuits against the government.

As a trial attorney for the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy for four years, provided legal counsel and representation to juveniles and criminal defendants who were unable to hire an attorney.

- As the first assistant county attorney for the McCracken County Attorney's Office for eight years, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, worked with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal and civil violations, and provided legal counsel and representation to state, county, and city officials in lawsuits against the government.
- As a trial attorney for the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy for four years, provided legal counsel and representation to juveniles and criminal defendants who were unable to hire an attorney.

Legal Experience

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- 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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