Alabama – Governor Kay Ivey announced appointments to fill three district judgeship vacancies across Alabama.
– **Lauderdale County**: William D. Motlow III was appointed as District Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit, replacing Judge Carole C. Medley. Motlow has served as probate judge for the past decade.
– **Montgomery County**: Samarria Munnerlyn Dunson was named District Judge for the 15th Judicial Circuit, succeeding Judge Monet M. Gaines. Dunson has experience as a private attorney, assistant attorney general, and municipal judge.
– **Morgan County**: Scott A. Slate was appointed District Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit, replacing retiring Judge Brent M. Craig. Slate has experience in private practice, prosecution, and family law.
Governor Ivey highlighted each appointee’s legal expertise and commitment to serving their communities.
