Governor makes two judicial appointments
Gov. Ron DeSantis made two judicial appointments December 2; one to the 15th Circuit court and one to the Palm Beach County bench.
John Parnofiello of Jupiter to serve as judge on the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court
Parnofiello has served as a judge on the Palm Beach County Court since his appointment by Gov. DeSantis in 2021. Previously, he served as an assistant state attorney for five years in the 15th Circuit. He received his bachelor’s degree and law degree from the University of Florida. Parnofiello fills the judicial vacancy created by the elevation of Justice Renatha Francis.