Ryan Youngren announces run to become Judge in Cass, Steele, and Traill counties

(Fargo, ND) -- A longtime prosecutor in eastern North Dakota is running to become a judge in the East Central Judicial District. 

A Facebook page called "Ryan Youngren for Judge" was created and launched Tuesday morning, which was created by Youngren. He is a 24-year trial lawyer, major crimes prosecutor, and law professor.

"I was raised on a Red River Valley farm. I believe the rule of law must be administered with fairness and justice for the individuals and institutions in Cass, Traill and Steele Counties," wrote Youngren in his Facebook page. 

WDAY Radio is reaching out to Youngren for more details.