Appointed By: Gov. John W. Hickenlooper, Jr.
The Hon. C. Michelle Brinegar is a judge for the 8th Judicial District Court of Colorado. She was appointed to the bench by former Governor John Hickenlooper on December 20, 2013, filling a vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon.
The 8th Judicial District encompasses Jackson County and Larimer County.
Brinegar earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Colorado State University in 1988. She then completed a J.D. at the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law in 1991.
After graduating from law school, Brinegar began her legal career as a deputy district attorney for the 8th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. She served in that capacity until her appointment to the bench, specializing in juvenile law, sexual assault, and crimes against children.
Her memberships have included the Colorado State Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention Council and the Colorado State Juvenile Task Force.
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