By Okon Ekpenyong
Dublin, Ohio-based Attorney Ajmeri Hoque, has announced her candidacy for the Franklin County Municipal Court Judge.
Hoque, who has practiced law in Ohio for over a decade, specializes in DUI/DWI, criminal defense, and juvenile law. Before this announcement, she was heavily involved in local politics, having previously run for Dublin City Council Ward 1.
In a statement, Hoque emphasized the importance of “being fair and impartial and the need to see the humanity of every person who comes before them. It is fundamental in my practice and my goal as a judge.”
“Judges should be able to consider all factors, including environmental, systemic, and personal factors, thoughtfully.
Hoque’s experience includes serving as Assistant Prosecutor for the City of Lancaster, Associate Attorney for YMF Inc., and managing partner at the Law Offices of Ajmeri Hoque.
Ohio Primary election for 2025 will be held on May 6. Here are the key deadlines for candidates seeking office in Central Ohio:
- Petition filing: February 5, by 4 PM
- Write-in candidate filing: February 24, by 4 PM
- Voter registration closes: April 7, by 9 PM
- In-person absentee voting opens April 8
- Independent candidate filing (Hilliard and Reynoldsburg): May 5, by 4 PM
- Note that deadlines are extended to the next business day if they fall on a holiday, as per R.C. 1.14.
Three Franklin County Municipal Court seats are up for grabs in January 2026: Jessica D’Varga, whose term ends on January 2; Jodi Thomas, whose term ends on January 1; and James E. Green, whose term ends on January 3, 2026.
Hoque’s background as an immigrant woman of color has shaped her perspective on the legal system. She has spoken publicly about the need for greater diversity and representation on the bench.
She graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s in Political Science and Government and received her law degree from Capital University Law School.
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