John J. Trucilla

Honorable John J. Trucilla is an Administrative Judge and Adjunct Professor at Gannon University and Penn State-Behrend, teaching criminal justice since 1989. His judicial career includes serving as President Judge of Erie County Court (2016-2021).

Awards:

• Gannon University CHESS Outstanding Adjunct Professor (2020-2021)
• PA Bar Association Chief Justice Ronald D. Castille Judge's Award (2019)
• Distinguished Law Clerk Award

Initiatives: Founded juvenile support programs including 'Juveniles on the Run for Success' and implemented courthouse comfort canines.