Hanif L. Johnson

Professional career

• In March 2026, Johnson came under investigation by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office after reportedly shooting a 10-month-old pit bull puppy named Lux in Harrisburg.
• At the age of 27, in 2018, Johnson became the youngest elected Magisterial District Judge in Pennsylvania, officially taking office in January 2018

Education

Additional information

• He was re-elected in 2023 with 96% of the vote and continues to actively hear cases Players Bio
• He was the 2007 PIAA Triple Jump State Champion in high school and later competed at Penn State University, serving as team captain and earning All-American honors Players Bio
• handling minor criminal cases, traffic violations, landlord-tenant disputes, and civil cases with claims up to $12,000.
• During his teenage and college years, he faced multiple arrests related to minor offenses, including simple assault, conspiracy, harassment, and fraternity hazing, but was ultimately acquitted in key cases.
• He serves in Magisterial District 12-1-05 in Dauphin County, Harrisburg
• Hanif Johnson was born and raised in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in a household affected by addiction.
• Johnson credits his athletic career, particularly in track and field, with helping him stay disciplined and focused.