Britt is from Colorado. He received a law degree from Gonzaga University. Britt is married and has two sons.

Britt runs his own law firm, Cotter Law. He previously worked as a county prosecutor and public defender.

Britt Cotter's campaign for District Court Judge is his first entry into politics.

COTTER LAW OFFICE PC

As a public defender, represented individuals charged with crimes who can't otherwise afford legal assistance.

As a county prosecutor, represented the government and prosecuted individuals accused of a committing a crime.

As a private attorney, handles criminal defense and civil litigation for drug charges, property crimes, violent crimes, and commercial driving offenses, among similar situations.

Received the Excellence Award for professional excellence and dedication to the Public Defender’s Office in 2008.

- As a public defender, represented individuals charged with crimes who can't otherwise afford legal assistance.
- As a county prosecutor, represented the government and prosecuted individuals accused of a committing a crime.
- As a private attorney, handles criminal defense and civil litigation for drug charges, property crimes, violent crimes, and commercial driving offenses, among similar situations.
- Received the Excellence Award for professional excellence and dedication to the Public Defender’s Office in 2008.

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Said, "Outside the courtroom, my wife, Jayme, and I have proudly raised our family in this community. Our connection to this area and the people within it drives my motivation to contribute and give back through public service."

The candidate's website says, "Britt is the president of the Mission Valley Baseball League and is actively involved in coaching youth sports. When he’s not coaching, he enjoys traveling, hunting, floating, and chess."

President of the Mission Valley Baseball League and coaches youth sports.

- Said, "Outside the courtroom, my wife, Jayme, and I have proudly raised our family in this community. Our connection to this area and the people within it drives my motivation to contribute and give back through public service."
- President of the Mission Valley Baseball League and coaches youth sports.

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- 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.

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