Judge Douglas to retire Aug. 1


April 30, 2012 at 10:00p.m.

Judge Douglas to retire Aug. 1

Robert A. Douglas Jr., a Youngstown Municipal Court judge since November 1997, is retiring on Aug. 1.

When asked why he’s leaving before his term expires on Dec. 31, 2013, Judge Douglas, 72, said, “I’m ready. I’ve been thinking about this for quite a while.”

Because of state law dealing with the age of judges, Douglas couldn’t seek re-election next year.

The judge said he has no plans to practice law, but is willing to serve as a visiting judge during his retirement.

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