~ Press release provided by Sen. Mark Obenshain’s Office
HARRISONBURG, March 16 — Members of the General Assembly representing the 26th Judicial Circuit and District announced today the election of Todd Gilbert as General District Court Judge. Gilbert was unanimously elected by the General Assembly following the judicial selection process.
“Todd Gilbert brings exceptional experience, sound judgment, and integrity to the bench,” members of the delegation said in a joint statement. “He has earned the respect of colleagues across the legal community and across party lines, and we are confident he will serve the citizens of the 26th Judicial District with distinction.”
Gilbert served 20 years in the Virginia House of Delegates, including service as Speaker of the House, and chaired the Criminal Law Subcommittee of the House Courts of Justice Committee. Earlier in his legal career he spent approximately 15 years as a prosecutor and 15 years in private practice as a criminal defense attorney.
He was also appointed United States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia and has served on the Virginia State Crime Commission, the Virginia Criminal Sentencing Commission, the Committee on District Courts, and the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) Commission. He has also taught as an adjunct professor of legal research.
Gilbert received unanimous certification as eligible and qualified from the House and Senate Courts of Justice Committees.
He will assume office on July 1.
The 26th Judicial Circuit and District serves the City of Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, Shenandoah County, Page County, Frederick County, the City of Winchester, Clarke County, and Warren County.
Members of the General Assembly delegation representing the 26th Judicial Circuit and District include Senators Mark D. Obenshain and Timmy French, and Delegates Chris Runion, Tony Wilt, Justin Pence, Delores Oates, and Bill Wiley.
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Congratulations The Honorable Todd Gilbert. You’re selection is very warranted. While I was serving in-law enforcement, I was very proud to have you represent me while prosecuting my cases. I offer you much success in your new position.
Awesomeness! Congratulations Hon.Todd Gilbert! Well deserved
The Hon Todd Gilbert Presiding!!! Now that has a seriously nice ring to it!
Can’t say I was a big fan of Gilbert as a legislator, but I do respect the fact that he stood on his principles and would not be a pawn in Trump’s cesspool of a Department of Justice, that means something. I am sure he will make a fine general district Judge.
“Barry Lyndon”. Where were you a “legislator”?
This is awesome news. Judge Gilbert will do a fantastic job. His appointment is well deserved. Congratulations!