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HOMER, NY (607NewsNow) – Cortland County native and Homer Town Justice Randolph “Van” Kruman seeks higher office.
On January 14, the longtime local attorney announced that he will run for Cortland County Judge in the general election later this year.
“A county judge is one of the most important positions in our legal system, having a direct impact on thousands of Cortland County residents’ lives every year,” stated Kruman. “The individuals who appear in the courtroom deserve to come before a judge with experience, knowledge, and integrity. I’d be honored to earn the voters’ trust to serve in this position.”
The Republican hopes to replace retiring Judge David Alexander, whom Kruman has served as court attorney under since January 2018. In that role, Kruman manages proceedings which include felony jury trials, review of grand jury presentations, and family court settlement conferences.
“There’s no substitute for experience when it comes to the serious matters that are handled in county court,” added Kruman. “This is not a position for on-the-job training. My experience working on serious cases in Cortland County Court every day, combined with my judicial experience as Homer Town Justice, have prepared me well to serve as your next county judge.”
Kruman was elected Homer Town Justice in 2022, conducting misdemeanor jury trials, preliminary felony proceedings, and adjudicating vehicle, traffic, and other minor violations.
The General Election will be held on November 4, 2025.