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John has a bachelor's degree from Montana State University and a law degree from Montana State University. 

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John was a partner at Cok, Wheat, Brown & McGarry from 1990 to 2005. 

John C. Brown has served as District Court Judge since he was appointed in 2005. 

As of September 17, 2024, John C. Brown did not have a website or any information online.

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John C. Brown

- Montana District Courts are central to the state’s judicial system, handling most major legal proceedings and providing a pathway for appeals from lower courts.
- Montana District Court Judges handle a wide variety of cases, including all serious criminal charges and smaller felonies. These courts also take on major civil disputes and state financial claims.
- In civil matters, these judges deal with wills and estates (probate), disputes over contracts and property ownership, and other non-criminal legal issues.
- These judges also have the authority to review decisions made by smaller local courts within their jurisdiction, as allowed by state law and the Constitution.
Judges in the District Courts are elected by the public in their districts, emphasizing the importance of community representation.

Judges that handle most felony and civil cases in the state

Montana District Court Judge, District 18

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