Real Experience You Can Trust

Patrick Murphy has served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Clallam County for over seven years, practicing primarily in District Court 1. He has prosecuted over 3000+ cases in 40+ jury trials.

This experience has given him a front-row seat to the issues facing our county and the challenges they create, from the rise of drug-related crimes to a need for increased public safety. District Court is truly the people’s court and it is where justice on the ground begins.



Patrick brings a wealth of diverse skills and proficiency to the table, both as a prosecutor and as a community resident. Practicing primarily in Clallam County, his expertise and awareness of local values uniquely positions him to exercise transparency, fairness and common sense in the role of judge.

​"The District Court is often the first, and sometimes the only, interaction residents have with our judicial system. I am running to ensure that consequences are balanced with compassion; punishment with forgiveness; and accountability with rehabilitation."

Vote Patrick Murphy for Clallam County District 1 Judge