Rick Scott Names Lester Bass to Duval County Court

On Wednesday, Gov. Rick Scott named Lester Bass, a longtime figure in Jacksonville legal circles, to the Duval County Court, replacing Judge Russell Healey who was elevated to the circuit court.

Bass has been a general magistrate and hearing officer in the 4th Judicial Circuit for more than a decade and worked as an assistant public defender in Hillsborough County and an assistant state attorney in the 4th Judicial Circuit which covers parts of the First Coast.

Throughout his career, Lester has been committed to his community and public service, Scott said. I am confident that Lester will continue to serve families in Duval County with dedication and integrity.