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Judge Culp Announces Reelection Bid


Apr 30, 2020

Okanogan County Superior Court Judge Chris Culp formally announced today that he will seek reelection for a final four-year term. Initially elected to District Court in 1986, Judge Culp was appointed to Superior Court when a new position was established in 2011.  He was elected to full terms in his current position in 2012 and 2016.

Judge Culp said, “I know the citizens of Okanogan County have critical health- related concerns foremost in mind these days; however, it is important too that they know who their elected officials are and that they intend to continue to serve—especially in these difficult times.” He added, “I am fortunate to work with a dedicated, professional staff and I’m proud of how we conduct our court in meeting the needs of the county.”

In a new term, his first goal will be to work to revitalize family treatment court, an intensive services and monitored program designed to help parents and children in crisis.  Beyond that, he added, “It will be critical to have experience and knowledge of court process to overcome the backlog of jury trials that have resulted from pandemic related restrictions.  I feel a responsibility to help return the court to its normal operations.”

“It has been my honor to serve in a judicial role and I do not take lightly the confidence shown in me by voters through the years.  I ask for your support again.”

Judge Culp and his wife, Peg Callaway, have two grown children, Jason (JJ) and Ashley, who both live with their families in the Walla Walla area. He stressed that he is neither running for governor, as many have asked, nor is he related to any candidate with the same last name.


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