Matthew K Fox
For Judge of the Mercer County Court of Common Pleas General/Domestic Relations Division
Full Term Beginning 1/1/2023
*Top Vote-Getter in General Election
Candidate Details
- Residence
Celina - Email
matthewkellyfox@gmail.com - Social Media
- Age
56 - Occupation
Mercer County Prosecuting Attorney - Education
University of Dayton School of Law, May 1991
Hanover College, May 1988
Madeira High School, May 1984
- Work Experience
Mercer County Prosecuting Attorney, 2012 to present
Mercer County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, 1998 to 2011
- Family
Married, 3 children - Affiliations
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Celina, Ohio
Matthew K Fox
Question 1
List your judicial experience (courts and years)
Previously served as a Magistrate in Rockford, Ohio Mayor's Court.
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersPreviously served as a Magistrate in Rockford, Ohio Mayor's Court.
Question 2
What non-judicial legal experience qualifies you to be a judge?
I am a conservative and believe that the proper role of the court is to apply the law, not create the law.
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersI am a conservative and believe that the proper role of the court is to apply the law, not create the law.
Question 3
Why are you running for this particular court seat?
After more than 24 years experience in the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office, I believe the position of Judge of the Mercer Common Pleas Court, General Division is an unique opportunity for me to continue to bring my passion for justice, law and the legal system to the public I serve.
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersAfter more than 24 years experience in the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office, I believe the position of Judge of the Mercer Common Pleas Court, General Division is an unique opportunity for me to continue to bring my passion for justice, law and the legal system to the public I serve.