Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jonathan Richey as Judge of the 369th Judicial District Court, which serves Anderson, Cherokee, and Leon Counties. Richey’s term will last until December 31, 2026, or until a successor is elected and qualified.
Jonathan Richey currently holds the position of Cherokee County District Attorney. His previous roles include first assistant district attorney and assistant county attorney for Cherokee County. He is affiliated with several professional organizations such as the Texas District and County Attorney Association, Cherokee County Bar Association, and the Federalist Society.
Richey also participates in community service through board memberships at The Crisis Center Of Anderson and Cherokee Counties, Volunteer Council for the Rusk State Hospital Board, Cherokee County Child Fatality Review Board, and the Rusk Education Foundation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Texas A&M University and received his Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
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