District Court 19-2-04 is one of three district seats open for this year’s election.
Magisterial district courts handle minor civil matters, such as landlord tenant disputes, and are the first step in almost all criminal cases.
District judges hold preliminary hearings in criminal cases and determine whether the prosecution has sufficient evidence to forward the matter to Common Pleas Court.
This district serves Manchester Township and was vacated by the retirement of Judge Alan Naylor.
Here are the candidates for District Court 19-2-04:
Angela Dobrinoff-Blake
Local attorney Angela Dobrinoff-Blake has announced her candidacy for District Court 19-2-04.
Angela Dobrinoff-Blake, candidate for District Court 19-2-04
Blake has practiced law for 20 years and has served 15 years as a court-appointed mediator in custody disputes.
“It would be my privilege to serve the citizens of York County, where I would diligently work to strengthen the sanctions imposed in underage drinking, DUI and drug cases,” Blake said.
Blake said she would strive to implement and utilize supervised bail conditions for repeat offenders.
As a member of the Pennsylvania bar, Blake said, she would be able to immediately assume her duties if elected.
Donald F. Dull Jr.
After serving the residents of Manchester Township for 35 years as a police officer, Donald F. Dull Jr. has announced he will seek the vacant judicial seat for District Court 19-2-04.
A retired Northern York County Regional Police officer, Dull was raised in the township, graduating from Central York High School and receiving his bachelor of science degree from York College.
Donald F. Dull Jr., candidate for District Court 19-2-04.
Dull also volunteered as an EMT and firefighter for more than 15 years with the Alert Fire Company of Manchester Township and was president of the company for three years.
Dull is a member of the Otterbein U.M. Church, serving as treasurer. A life member of the York County FOP Lodge No. 73, Dull is also an active member of the White Rose Masonic Lodge No. 706; Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and York County Shrine Club.
Dull promises to be a full-time district justice who will hold offenders accountable for their crimes and continue to make Manchester Township a safe place to live for its residents.
Jeffrey L. Oberdorf
A 20-year veteran with the West Manchester Township Police Department, Jeffrey L. Oberdorf is seeking the bench of District Court 19-2-04.
In his media release, Oberdorf said he has consistently been one of the leaders in his department in criminal arrests.
Jeffrey L. Oberdorf, candidate for District Court 19-2-04
He has served on the York County Drug Task Force and has received numerous awards and commendations for his work within the department. In addition to receiving the Life Saving Award, Oberdorf has held leadership roles, such as field training officer, lead firearms instructor and York County SWAT team member.
Oberdorf served as president of the West Manchester Township Police Officers’ Association for more than 10 years and is a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 73 where he serves on the Range Committee.
Oberdorf is a graduate of the 54th Class from the HACC Municipal Police Academy.
He said he decided to run for district justice so he can continue his dedication to public service and to apply the law in a just and honest manner.