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Molino Resident Becomes Escambia’s Newest Judge
April 20, 2012
A Molino resident became Escambia County’s newest judge Friday.
Darlene F. Dickey, 41, had served as the general counsel for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office since 2006. Previously, she practiced with Bozeman, Jenkins and Matthews P.A. from 2003 to 2005 after three years as an assistant state attorney with the First Judicial Circuit.
After completing a bachelor’s degree, she served five years as a law enforcement officer, first with the University of West Florida Police Department, and later as a field training officer with the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. Dickey received a bachelor’s degree from the University of West Florida and a law degree from Florida State University.
“Throughout Darlene’s career, she has gained valuable experience listening to all sides of the issues in order to gain the understanding needed to resolve conflicts, “Gov. Rick Scott said. “Her willingness and ability to apply sound and restrained legal analysis will serve the people of Escambia County well.”
Dickey filled the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge John F. Simon to the First Judicial Circuit.
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5 Responses to “Molino Resident Becomes Escambia’s Newest Judge”
Best of Luck in this new position Ms. Darlene! Judges who protect the public are the best judges. We are counting on you.
Jimbo= just another citizen
Thank you, Jane.
Darlene Dickey
Ms. Wooten-Ware,
Thank you for your kind words.
Mr. Reynolds,
Thank you for your news reporting and for keeping our North Escambia community informed.
Darlene Dickey
Congratulations! I wish you wisdom to make all the right decisions and peace with the decisions you make!
CONGRATULATIONS!!! AFTER READING THE ARTICLE IT SEEMS AS THOUGH YOU KNEW EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANTED AS A CAREER & I ALWAYS ADMIRE A WOMAN THAT ACCOMPLISHES HER DREAMS BECAUSE THEY ONLY HAPPEN EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE!!!
MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE WISDOM NEEDED IN YOUR DECISIONS & RULINGS & MAY HE BLESS YOU & YOURS’ ON A DAILY BASIS!!!!
AGAIN…… CONGRATULATIONS ON SUCH AN OUSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENT!! BEST OF LUCK…..