Gov. Tate Reeves has filled a judicial vacancy in east-central Mississippi.
The state’s top elected official tapped Christopher M. Posey as circuit court judge for the 8th Circuit Court District, which encompasses Leake, Neshoba, Newton, and Scott counties. Posey’s appointment follows the retirement of the Honorable Mark Duncan, who held the position for eight years.
Posey, a Philadelphia native and University of Mississippi alumnus, began practicing law in 2006. Since 2016, he has served as an assistant district attorney for the 8th Circuit Court District, where he has led the prosecution of thousands of felony criminal cases in the region.
He has served as lead or co-counsel in over 125 jury trials and has prepared and presented hundreds of cases to the grand jury. Posey also regularly collaborates with law enforcement, providing training and mentorship on case management.
“Throughout his career, Chris has proven himself as an uncompromising criminal prosecutor,” Reeves stated. “His years of experience, backed by support from law enforcement, prove that Chris has what it takes to preside over Mississippi’s 8th Circuit Court with fairness, order, and integrity. I will continue to appoint judges like Chris who believe in a strong criminal justice system. I thank him for his commitment to the rule of law and his willingness to serve.”
Posey’s term will begin on July 15, and he will serve the remainder of a four-year term.
