Sara Michael Nicholson

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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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Sara is a judge for the Kentucky 30th District Court, 10th Division. She previously served as a law clerk in the county attorney's office. 

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Sara is currently a judge of the Kentucky 30th District Court, 10th Division. She was first elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2018 and 2022.

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