JUDGE BETH KELLUM ANNOUNCES BID FOR RE-ELECTION TO ALABAMA COURT OF CRIMINAL APPEALS, PLACE 2
Brings 17 years of experience, proven record to race
From the Kellum campaign
Montgomery—Judge J. Elizabeth "Beth" Kellum officially announced her candidacy for re-election to the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 2. A long-serving member of the court, Judge Kellum brings over 17 years of judicial experience and a proven record of fairness, integrity, and dedication to the law.
"I have been honored to serve the people of Alabama on the Court of Criminal Appeals, and I am eager to continue that work," said Judge Kellum. "Ensuring that criminal appeals are handled fairly and impartially is vital to justice in our state."
Judicial Experience and Service
• Elected to the Court of Criminal Appeals in 2008; re-elected in 2014 and 2020
• Over four decades of legal experience
• Former Assistant Attorney General, private attorney, and staff attorney for Alabama appellate courts
• Authored thousands of legal opinions and reviewed tens of thousands of criminal cases
Campaign Priorities
1 Upholding Fairness and the Rule of Law: Ensuring every case is evaluated based on the Constitution and existing laws
2 Maintaining Public Trust in the Judiciary: Promoting transparency, impartiality, and legal integrity
3 Protecting the Rights of All Alabamians: Ensuring that legal processes are fair and accessible to all.
"My pledge to the people of Alabama is simple," Kellum stated. "I will continue to interpret the law with honesty, uphold the Constitution, and make decisions grounded in justice and fairness."
About Judge Beth Kellum:
A native of Tuscaloosa County, Judge Kellum is a graduate of the University of Alabama and the University of Alabama School of Law, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She has served the legal profession for more than 40 years, including as a prosecutor, private attorney, and appellate judge. She was selected by the Alabama Supreme Court to serve as a member of the Appellate Rules Committee. In 2020, she was elected as a Fellow of the Alabama Law Foundation, an honor reserved for members of the bar who have made a significant contribution to the legal profession and their communities.
Judge Kellum resides in Montgomery and is active in her local community and church. She will appear on the Republican primary ballot in May 2026 and looks forward to earning the continued trust of Alabama voters.
