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Joel Fritton
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Joel Fritton is a judge of the Florida 5th Circuit Court. Fritton assumed office on June 11, 2021. Fritton's term ended in 2024.
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He was appointed to the court on June 11, 2021, by Ron DeSantis to replace Edward Scott.[1]
Education
Fritton received his bachelor’s degree from the University at Buffalo and his J.D. from Florida Coastal School of Law.[1]
Career
Fritton served as general counsel to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office from 2013 until his appointment in 2021. He previously served as an Assistant State Attorney in the 6th Judicial Circuit.[1]
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Federal courts:
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: Middle District of Florida, Northern District of Florida, Southern District of Florida • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Middle District of Florida, Northern District of Florida, Southern District of Florida
State courts:
Florida Supreme Court • Florida District Courts of Appeal • Florida Circuit Court • Florida County Court
State resources:
Courts in Florida • Florida judicial elections • Judicial selection in Florida
