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Matthew K Fox

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

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Question 1

List your judicial experience (courts and years)

Previously served as a Magistrate in Rockford, Ohio Mayor's Court.

Abbreviated Candidate Answers

Previously 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 Answers

I 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 Answers

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.