Hanif Johnson first appeared on the radar in 2018 because he became the youngest elected judge in Pennsylvania. Johnson is a magisterial district judge, which is a position elected by residents of the local community. No law degree is required. The position receives receive training to prepare them for the legal issues they may face, most surrounding traffic citations and minor criminal offenses. Any candidate for magistrate is required to pass an examination before taking the office.Read More
Feel-Good Friday (on Saturday): Youngest PA Judge Hanif Johnson Continues to Inspire and Serve
