A county judge has stepped down from his position. The decision was shared in a video on his social media page. He had been suspended from his role a few months prior. This suspension was made official in a court order.

The judge's term was set to end in about four months. His resignation comes after a recent primary runoff loss. Further details about the circumstances surrounding his resignation are available.

The judge stated that his decision was made with his personal and official capacities in mind, as well as his desire to continue serving the community.