Press Release

On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, the Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) will conduct interviews for the position of District Judge, District 3, Office 1. The following individuals have applied for this position:

  • Lewis A. Berkowitz, Edmond
  • Rafe R. Hall, Duke
  • Daniel C. Jacobsma, Altus
  • Rick Vernon, Altus
  • Eric Yarbrough, Mangum

Immediately following the interviews, the JNC will provide the Governor a list of three nominees, and the Governor will have 60 days to make the appointment from those nominees.

The JNC strongly encourages the public to continue submitting comments on these applicants. Comments must be received prior to June 20, 2023, and may be mailed to:

Administrative Office of the Courts
Attn: Tammy Reaves
2100 North Lincoln, Suite 3
Oklahoma City OK 73105 and/or

James Bland
Chair, Judicial Nominating Commission
17 East Carl Albert Parkway
McAlester, Oklahoma 74501