On August 20, the members of Chester County Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge No. 11, convened and voted to endorse Judge Mackenzie Smith, who is seeking a full term on the Chester County Court of Common Pleas.

Lodge No. 11 represents approximately 1,000 active and retired law enforcement officers in Chester County.

“Throughout her career, Judge Mackenzie Smith has demonstrated fairness, integrity, and compassion. The law enforcement community holds Judge Mackenzie Smith in high esteem,” said FOP Chester County Lodge No. 11 president Bob McCarron.

“I’m grateful and honored to receive this endorsement from our local police officers. Like me, they all took an oath to uphold our Constitution and to serve the public without fear or favor, and I look forward to pursuing our shared commitment to the rule of law for many years to come,” Smith said. Earlier this year, Smith was appointed by Gov. Josh Shapiro and confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate to fill a vacancy on the court. The appointment will last until the end of 2025.

The Courts of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania are the trial courts, hearing major criminal and civil cases. Common pleas court judges are elected to 10-year terms after which they may face a retention vote.

The general election is on Tuesday, Nov. 4.