Judge of the Hamilton Superior Court

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Term

6 years

Candidates

1

Election

Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A superior court judge presides over civil and criminal cases in Hamilton County's trial courts.

Paul C. Sweeney

Republican

Senior counsel, Ice Miller LLP

The gist

• Proposes a mental health court and more problem-solving courts
• Supports building court ties with underserved communities

More about Paul

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1. Proposes a mental health court and more problem-solving courts

   Q&A: Meet the candidates running for judge of Hamilton Superior Court 9

   Candidate questionnaire · Current Publishing · Mar 8, 2026 · youarecurrent.com

   “Prevention: Expand problem-solving courts, including establishing a much-needed mental health court.”

2. Supports building court ties with underserved communities

   Q&A: Meet the candidates running for judge of Hamilton Superior Court 9

   Candidate questionnaire · Current Publishing · Mar 8, 2026 · youarecurrent.com

   “Outreach: Strengthen the court’s ties to businesses, schools and underserved communities”

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