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Kitsap County Welcomes Judge Gina Buskirk at Swearing-in Ceremony in June

*May 29, 2025*

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *

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PORT ORCHARD, Wash. —The Kitsap County community is invited to witness the swearing-in ceremony of Judge Gina Buskirk as she officially begins her service as District Court [ [link removed] ] judge for Department No. 2. The ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 12.

Judge Buskirk was appointed by the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners in April following a comprehensive selection process. She brings more than 20 years of diverse legal experience to the bench, including her current role as partner and managing attorney at Puget Law Group, previous service as city prosecutor for Bremerton, and senior deputy prosecuting attorney for Kitsap County.

"We are thrilled to officially welcome Judge Buskirk to our judicial team," said District Court Administrator Robyn Dunham. "Her extensive experience, commitment to justice, and deep understanding of our community's needs will greatly benefit the thousands of residents who interact with our court system each year."

Judge Buskirk replaces Judge Jeffrey J. Jahns, who will retire on May 31, 2025, after years of distinguished service. Per Washington state law, Judge Buskirk will serve through the remainder of Judge Jahns' term, which concludes at the end of 2026.

"I am deeply honored to take this oath and begin serving the people of Kitsap County," said Judge Buskirk. "I look forward to upholding the principles of fairness, integrity, and justice that our community deserves."

Several bar associations rated Buskirk "exceptionally well qualified" for judicial service and she has received numerous honors for her professional excellence.

Judge Buskirk earned her juris doctor cum laude from Seattle University School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington.

The swearing-in ceremony is open to the public and the media.


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