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Ben Fuller, Shelby County prosecutor, outlines campaign for district court judge

Columbiana City Council · April 7, 2026
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Ben Fuller, chief deputy district attorney in Shelby County, addressed the Columbiana council during a public meeting to introduce his campaign for a newly added district court judge seat, described the court's responsibilities including felony case jurisdiction and bond decisions, and cited Aniah's Law as a recent legislative change affecting bond denial for serious offenders.

Ben Fuller, chief deputy district attorney at the Shelby County DA's office, spoke to the Columbiana City Council to announce his campaign for the newly created district court judge seat and to explain the court's jurisdiction and duties.

"Columbiana is home for me," Fuller said, describing his ties to the community. He said district court in Alabama handles matters…

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