James Drake (Arizona)
2021 - Present
2029
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James Drake (also known as Jim) is a judge of the Maricopa County Superior Court in Arizona. He assumed office in 2021. His current term ends on January 1, 2029.
Drake ran for re-election for judge of the Maricopa County Superior Court in Arizona. He won in the retention election on November 5, 2024.
He was appointed to the court on October 1, 2021 by Gov. Doug Ducey (R) to replace Roger Brodman.[1]
Biography
James Drake earned his B.A. from the University of Arizona and his J.D. from California Western School of Law.[1] Prior to his appointment, Drake's career experience included the following:
- 2015-2021: Chief Clerk and Counsel for the Arizona House of Representatives
- 2009-2015: Assistant Secretary of State
- 1996-2009: Various positions in the Arizona House of Representatives[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Municipal elections in Maricopa County, Arizona (2024)
Maricopa County Superior Court, Jim Drake's seat
James Drake was retained to the Maricopa County Superior Court on November 5, 2024 with 73.3% of the vote.
Retention Vote |
% |
Votes |
|||
| ✔ | Yes |
73.3
|
894,743 | ||
No |
26.7
|
325,372 | |||
Total Votes |
1,220,115 | ||||
|
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Drake in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
James Drake did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
Federal courts:
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: District of Arizona • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: District of Arizona
State courts:
Arizona Supreme Court • Arizona Court of Appeals • Arizona Superior Court • Arizona Justice Courts • Arizona Municipal Courts
State resources:
Courts in Arizona • Arizona judicial elections • Judicial selection in Arizona
