Mark Richardson

Professional career

• Before his election in 2022, Judge Richardson worked for the Arizona Department of Public Safety (highway patrol) for 26 years.
• Listed on the Brady List for Yavapai County Justice Court, which tracks public records such as official misconduct, public complaints, and other accountability measures
• He has lived within the Mayer Justice Court precinct for 45 years, providing him with extensive local knowledge and community ties

Education

Additional information

• The Mayer Justice Court provides online services for case information and fine payments, and offers interpreter services for non-English speakers.
• Individuals under 18 must appear with a parent or guardian.
• The court is committed to courteous and patient treatment of all parties, ensuring fairness and adherence to legal principles.
• Arizona law ensures transparency, allowing public inspection of records while balancing privacy and state interests.
• Mark Richardson currently serves as Justice of the Peace for the Mayer Justice Court, a court of limited jurisdiction in southeastern Yavapai County, Arizona.
• The court covers approximately 1,600 square miles, including communities such as Mayer, Bumble Bee, Cleator, Black Canyon City, Crown King, Humboldt, and Dewey.
• The court emphasizes timely, unbiased, and fair proceedings consistent with due process.
• It handles about 8,500 cases annually, including DUI cases, misdemeanor criminal cases, civil disputes under $10,000, and traffic violations, particularly from Interstate 17 and AZ-69.
• His election reflects both his law enforcement experience and long-term residency in the area.