--- title: "David L. Johnson | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/david-l-johnson-juvenile-court-judge-utah-third-district-juvenile-court-ut" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-10-07" --- # David L. Johnson Utah Third District Juvenile Court · Juvenile Court Judge ## Profile - Court: Utah Third District Juvenile Court - State: Utah - Role: Juvenile Court Judge - Service status: former - Last verified: 2026-07-26 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Biography ### Professional career - In September 2024, Judge Johnson issued an order directing the circuit court clerk to present complete paper files for two of his cases - He encourages attorneys to consult with experienced bar members and to test courtroom technology in advance, reflecting his commitment to operational efficiency and access to justice - While there are other judges named David Johnson, such as David P. Johnson in Florida and David E. Johnson with a professional profile on, the Chesterfield Circuit Court judge is specifically noted for his administrative oversight and engagement with local legal procedures - Prior to his appointment, he served as an Assistant Attorney General and general counsel for Utah’s Department of Human Services. ### Education - McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in — J.D. (2006) ### Additional information - Appointed to the Third District Juvenile Court in February 2022 by Governor Spencer Cox. - He graduated from California State University, Fresno in 1996 with a degree in journalism. - This incident highlights his role in enforcing court procedures while balancing administrative discretion. - He initially set a Rule to Show Cause hearing to address noncompliance but later retracted the order, deeming the hearing unnecessary. - Judge David Johnson serves on the Chesterfield Circuit Court in Virginia, where he presides over civil and criminal cases, manages court dockets, and ensures procedural compliance within his jurisdiction. - He has the authority to issue orders to court personnel, including clerks, to maintain proper case management and access to court records. - His courtroom emphasizes decorum, collegiality, and accessibility for attorneys and the public. - Judge Johnson oversees a court system that has adapted to modern requirements, including advanced audio-visual equipment in courtrooms and structured scheduling to manage civil and criminal dockets efficiently. - His actions demonstrate a focus on maintaining procedural integrity and ensuring that court operations run smoothly. ## Before you appear - Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed. - Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance. - Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding. ## Courtroom Rules ### electronic media coverage Scope: statewide Utah permits electronic media coverage of public proceedings under statewide UCJA procedures, including proceedings conducted by remote transmission. Evidence excerpt: This rule governs electronic media coverage of proceedings that are open to the public, including proceedings conducted by remote transmission. [UCJA Rule 4-401.01 Electronic media coverage of court proceedings](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.01) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### media request process Scope: statewide Utah requires requests for electronic media coverage to be made through the court's public information office. Evidence excerpt: All requests to provide electronic media coverage shall be made to the court’s public information office. [UCJA Rule 4-401.01 Electronic media coverage of court proceedings](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.01) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### portable electronic devices Scope: statewide Utah permits possession and use of portable electronic devices in courthouses unless limited by UCJA Rule 4-401.02 or by directive of the judge. Evidence excerpt: A person may possess and use a portable electronic device anywhere in a courthouse, except as limited by this rule or directive of the judge. [UCJA Rule 4-401.02 Possession and use of portable electronic devices](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.02) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### recording photography transmission Scope: statewide Utah prohibits recording, photographing, or transmitting images or sound of court proceedings with portable electronic devices unless allowed under the electronic-media rule or another stated exception. Evidence excerpt: A person may not use a portable electronic device to record, photograph, or transmit images or sound of court proceedings, except in accordance with rule 4-401.01 or subsection (2)(D) above. [UCJA Rule 4-401.02 Possession and use of portable electronic devices](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.02) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://www.utcourts.gov/en/courts/other-court-info/judges-bios/juvenile-courts/third-district-juvenile-court/david-l-johnson.html) - [Official roster](https://www.utcourts.gov/en/courts/other-court-info/judges-bios/juvenile-courts/third-district-juvenile-court/david-l-johnson.html) - [Utah State Courts official judicial roster](https://www.utcourts.gov/en/courts/other-court-info/judges-bios/juvenile-courts/third-district-juvenile-court/david-l-johnson.html) - [UCJA Rule 4-401.01 Electronic media coverage of court proceedings](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.01) - [UCJA Rule 4-401.02 Possession and use of portable electronic devices](https://legacy.utcourts.gov/rules/view.php?type=ucja&rule=4-401.02) - [JUDGE DAVID L. JOHNSON](https://www.utcourts.gov/en/courts/other-court-info/judges-bios/juvenile-courts/third-district-juvenile-court/david-l-johnson.html) - [Nominees announced for Third District Juvenile Court vacancy](https://governor.utah.gov/press/news-release-nominees-announced-for-third-district-juvenile-court-vacancy/) - [JUDGE DAVID L. JOHNSON](https://www.utcourts.gov/en/courts/other-court-info/judges-bios/juvenile-courts/third-district-juvenile-court/david-l-johnson.html) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/david-l-johnson-juvenile-court-judge-utah-third-district-juvenile-court-ut", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/david-l-johnson-juvenile-court-judge-utah-third-district-juvenile-court-ut", "name": "David L. Johnson | KnowJudges", "description": "David L. Johnson, Utah Third District Juvenile Court. 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