Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today appointed Deanna Bell Johnson of Franklin as circuit court judge for the 21st Judicial District, filling the vacancy created when Judge Timothy Lee Easter was appointed to the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals.
The 21st Judicial District includes Williamson, Hickman, Lewis and Perry counties. Johnson’s appointment is effective immediately.
“We are fortunate to have someone with this depth of experience to serve on the bench,” Haslam said. “I know Deanna will serve the citizens of the 21st District well.”
For more information, visit the Governor's website.