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Kermit Ambrose sworn in as Bath magistrate judge
Summary
Kermit Ambrose took the oath of office as magistrate judge for the Town of Bath during the April 1 council meeting; council members and attendees offered congratulations and signed the oath documents.
Kermit Ambrose was sworn in as magistrate judge for the Town of Bath during the council meeting on April 1, 2025. The oath was administered by the presiding official and Ambrose recited the statutory oath, including a pledge to uphold the constitutions and the ordinances and statutes of the town.
“We are going to administer the oath of office. So, Mister Ambrose, please stand,” the presiding official said, then Ambrose recited, “I, Kermit Ambrose, do solemnly swear … that I will honestly and faithfully perform the duties imposed upon me as magistrate judge for the Town of Bath.” The council and attendees congratulated Ambrose after the ceremony. The oath included the statement of support for the constitutions of the United States and West Virginia and an affirmation to uphold town ordinances and statutes.
The presiding official arranged for signing and witnessing of the oath page immediately after the ceremony. Council members indicated Ambrose may remain for the meeting or step down after taking the oath. No formal motion or council vote accompanied the swearing-in; it was completed as a ceremonial appointment and administration of the oath.
