Thursday, the Bellefontaine Municipal Court held the swearing-in of Jacob A. Estes in front of a packed courtroom.
The Honorable Jacob A. Estes replaces the retiring Honorable Ann E. Beck, who has served the court for some time.
She had these sentiments about her retirement:
Several Judges were part of the ceremony including the Honorable Kim Kellogg-Martin, Ann E. Beck, Natasha R. Kennedy, Patrick F. Fisher, and Michael L. Brady.
Judge Kellogg-Martin talks about when she first met Estes and gives some advice:
Judge Fisher tells what Estes people around Logan County say about Estes:
Karla Stevens, Bellefontaine Municipal Clerk of Court, read The Governors Commission:
Judge Brady then administered the Oath of Office:
Judge Estes interviews with Kris Allen:
Judge Estes gave these remarks:
Judge Estes will take the bench at the Bellefontaine Municipal Court on January 1, 2024.
