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Scott Robinson

Scott Robinson

Republican · Illinois · 2026 · Incumbent

On the November 3 ballot for Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, 2nd Subcircuit, Vacancy of Hon. Doherty, Illinois

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Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, 2nd Subcircuit, Vacancy of Hon. Doherty
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Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Bringing fairness, integrity and a deep respect for the law to the circuit court
  • Drawing on his experience and personal background to serve residents with compassion
Biography

Robinson was appointed to the 17th Judicial Circuit by the Illinois Supreme Court in November 2024, per the campaign site. He graduated with honors from Northern Illinois University and earned his law degree with honors from the University of Illinois College of Law, then worked at small law firms and served as an assistant state's attorney in Ogle County and later Winnebago County, per the campaign site. He also taught at Hononegah High School in Rockton for nine years before returning to the law, per the campaign site.

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Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, 2nd Subcircuit, Vacancy of Hon. DohertyIllinois · 2026Winnebago County sample ballot

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