Ian B. English

About this race

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

1 candidate ran for Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Judge, General Division (term commencing 2/9/2027) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Ian B. English

Judge, Lucas County Court of Common Pleas, General Division. A Common Pleas judge since 2015 and an assistant Lucas County prosecutor before that, he has presided over the Lucas County Adult Treatment Court and chairs the Ohio Supreme Court's Commission on Specialized Dockets. He holds degrees including a J.D. (2000) from the University of Toledo.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Accountability for serious criminal conduct
• Protecting the rights of everyone before the court
• Expanding specialized dockets for substance use disorders
• Accessible, efficient courts worthy of public trust

In their own words: Judicial Votes Count (University of Akron Bliss Institute) questionnaire

Summarized in our words from source 1, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

This is a nonpartisan race, so we don't estimate where candidates fall from their campaign materials or look up their personal voter registration. We'd place Ian B. English only with a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors), and we haven't found one we can reliably source.

To see where they stand, read their own words: Judicial Votes Count (University of Akron Bliss Institute) questionnaire. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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Is Ian B. English the incumbent?

Yes. Ian B. English currently holds this office.

What does the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Judge, General Division (term commencing 2/9/2027) seat do?

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

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