#22: Staci Bevill - Lee County Court Judge

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Judge Staci Shumpert Bevill is the esteemed incumbent of Lee County Court, Post 1, bringing over two decades of legal expertise to the bench since her election in 2019. Her tenure as judge is marked by a steadfast commitment to the youth court division, a role that earned her the distinction of being Lee County's inaugural full-time youth court judge. Collaborating closely with her dedicated team, Judge Bevill has propelled Lee County Youth Court to prominence as a benchmark institution, particularly lauded for its efficacy in cases involving abuse and neglect, setting a standard for court family defense teams.

Beyond her judicial duties, Judge Bevill assumes leadership roles in shaping legal frameworks, serving as the Chairman of the Commission for Uniform Youth Court Systems and Procedures, and contributing her insights on the Youth Court Rules Committee. Her journey to the bench began with academic distinction, having been a proactive figure in student governance during her time at Northeast Mississippi Community College. She continued to excel academically, earning the prestigious John C. Stennis Scholarship at Mississippi State University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. Her pursuit of legal education culminated in the attainment of her juris doctorate from the University of Mississippi School of Law.

Outside the courtroom, Judge Bevill finds solace and fulfillment in her family and community. Together with her husband and daughter, Blake, she resides in the historic Richmond community of southern Lee County, stewarding a familial farm that spans eight generations. Her devotion to family extends to her son, Tanner, who is married to John Peugh. Actively involved in their local church, Auburn Baptist Church, Judge Bevill shares her wisdom as an adult Sunday school teacher and actively contributes to the mission team.
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