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Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, Probate/Juvenile Division
Full term commencing 2/9/2027
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 6 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The Probate/Juvenile Division judge hears juvenile court cases and oversees estates, guardianships, adoptions and mental health commitments in Licking County.
Government & transparency
Michael DalSantoNo party listed
- Supports local control of county courts and schools
Deborah G. LangNo party listed
No documented position found.
Courts & justice
Michael DalSantoNo party listed
- Proposes diversion for first-time, low-level juvenile offenders
- Pledges an accessible, efficient court for families
- Pledges equal attention to the probate docket
- Pledges to protect the right to keep and bear arms
Deborah G. LangNo party listed
- Led creation of juvenile court assessment and mentorship programs
- Supports rehabilitation paths for juvenile offenders where possible
- Supports a restrained judiciary
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