Jenny Zappone

Professional career

• The nonpartisan District Court Judge for Position 3 in Spokane County, Washington, serving since January 9, 2023, with a term ending January 11, 2027

Education

Additional information

• Nonpartisan candidate, and her current term runs through January 11, 2027.
• Zappone was elected in the November 8, 2022 general election and re-elected in November 3, 2026.
• The Spokane County Bar Association rated her “Exceptionally Well Qualified” in its 2022 judicial candidate evaluation.
• focusing on protecting the community and advocating for victims of violent crime.
• Zappone presides over civil cases, small claims, name changes, and infractions in Department 3 of the Spokane County District Court, Courtroom 203.
• Supported by Judicial Assistant Patricia Mullarkey and Judicial Secretary at the Public Safety Building, 1100 W. Mallon, Spokane, WA 99260.
• Zappone emphasizes balancing compassion with consequences to build safer, stronger communities.
• Before becoming a judge, she held the role of a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Spokane County
• She has also competed in downhill skiing at the national and international level.
• A lifelong Spokane resident, Zappone earned her degree from Whitman College and her law degree from Gonzaga University School of Law, where she also met her husband.
• She has stated that her goal as a judge is to serve Spokane County with honor, dedication, and a focus on public safety and community well-being.
• She has received endorsements from multiple local and state organizations, including the Spokane Police Guild, Spokane County Deputy Sheriff’s Association, and various labor councils.