Character & Experience Matter

Jerry is committed to respecting the dignity of all people and serving our community with integrity. He has practiced civil and criminal law, with more than 15 years of courtroom experience in Spokane County. Jerry currently serves as a Superior Court Commissioner presiding over cases involving family law, civil commitments, juvenile dependencies, and guardianships. Before joining the bench, Jerry prosecuted people for sex crimes committed against children and adults, represented Child Protective Services, and litigated civil rights, torts, and collection cases.


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Background

Experience

  • Spokane County Superior Court Commissioner, 2023 – present 
  • Deputy Prosecutor, Spokane County, 2019 – 2023
  • Washington State Assistant Attorney General, 2013 – 2019 
  • Associate Attorney at Evans Craven & Lackie, P.S. & Phillabaum, Ledlin, Matthews & Sheldon, PLLC, 2008 – 2013
  • Deputy Prosecutor, Thurston County, 2007 – 2008

Education

  • J.D., Gonzaga University School of Law, magna cum laude, 2007
  • B.S. in Geography, Portland State University, summa cum laude, 2004

Community Service

  • Catholic Charities Volunteer
  • Spokane County Bar Association Diversity Section
  • Cheney Parks & Recreation
"Jerry Scharosch will honor the Constitution and his oath to 'faithfully and impartially' apply the law equally to all. Every case. Every time."
Larry Haskell
Larry Haskell
Spokane County Prosecutor
"I have endorsed Jerry because simply put he has the experience, the compassion, the temperament, the community service, and the judgement to be a great judge!"
County Commissioner Chris Jordan
Chris Jordan
Spokane County Commissioner

Get to Know Jerry

Meet Court Commissioner Jerry Scharosch, a dedicated public servant with a passion for family, outdoor adventures, reading, and community well-being. In 2006, Jerry tied the knot with his beloved wife, embarking on a journey filled with love and shared dreams. Their family is blessed with three children, ages 13, 11, and 9, who bring joy and laughter to their home every day.

When not in the courtroom, Jerry and his family can be found exploring the great outdoors. Camping at Sullivan Lake in NE Washington is a favorite, along with boating on the Pend Oreille River, jogging the Centennial trail, and skiing the slopes of 49 Degrees North. Jerry has run over 20 half-marathons and participated in nearly every Bloomsday since meeting his spouse in 2004.

Along with staying physically active and healthy, Jerry loves reading as a pastime. Some of his favorites include the biographies of Dorothy Day and Thomas Merton, the Lord of the Rings fantasy trilogy, classics such as Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations, and enjoying the tales from C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia with his children.

With a deep-rooted love for family, a zest for outdoor exploration, and a commitment to serving the community with fairness and reliable integrity, Jerry Scharosch embodies dedication in all aspects of his life and work. Join us in supporting him as he continues to uphold justice and make a positive impact in our region.

Evaluations Received

(1) Washington Women Lawyers – Exceptionally Well Qualified rating

(2) Joint Asian Judicial Evaluation Committee – Well Qualified rating

(3) Loren Miller Bar Association – Qualified rating

(4) Latina/o Bar Association – Exceptionally Well Qualified rating

(5) Q Law Judicial Evaluation – Well Qualified rating

(6) Spokane County Bar Association – Exceptionally Well Qualified rating

Endorsements

Judge Annette S. Plese
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Rachelle E. Anderson
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Jacquelyn High-Edward
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Michelle “Shelly” Szambelan
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Marla Polin
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Julie M. McKay
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Charnelle M. Bjelkengren
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Dean Chuang
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Kathleen O’Connor (Ret.)
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Michael P. Price (Ret.)
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge Gregory Sypolt (Ret.)
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Judge John O. Cooney
Washington State Court of Appeals, Division III
 
Judge Amiee  Maurer
Spokane County District Court
 
Judge Jenny Zappone
Spokane County District Court
 
Honorable Vance Peterson (Ret.)
Spokane County District Court
 
Honorable Tom Tremaine (Ret.)
Kalispel Tribal Court
 
Larry Haskell
Spokane County Prosecutor
 
County Commissioner Chris Jordan
Spokane County
 
Court Commissioner Eugene Cruz
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Julia Pelc
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Michelle Ressa
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Kevin Stewart
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Nichole Swennumson
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Tami Chavez
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Court Commissioner Tony Rugel
Spokane County Superior Court
 
Spokane Regional Labor Council
 
Spokane County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (SCDSA)
 
AFSCME, Council 2, Local 492 
Spokane County Detention Services Correction
Deputies
 
Spokane Fraternal Order of Police 
Lodge 20
 
Northeastern WA-Northern ID Building & Construction Trades Council
 
Undersheriff Kevin Richey
Spokane County Sheriff’s Office and Airway Heights City Council Member Position Number 2
 
Ben Green
 
Detective Bradley D. Humphrey
Spokane County Sheriff Office
 
Robert Satake
 
Sergeant Nick Geren
Spokane Police Department
 
Emily Sullivan, Supervisor Special Assault Unit
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Grethen Verhoef, Supervisor Appellate Unit
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Hannah Stearns, Supervisor Domestic Violence Unit
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Sharon Hedlund, Supervisor Major Crimes Unit
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Richard Whaley, Supervisor District Court
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Mary Ann Brady
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office (Ret.)
 
Jonathan Degen
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Amanda Fry
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Michael Jolstead
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Geoff  Kristianson
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
John Love
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Dallas Montano
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Stephanie Richards
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Ryne Shaw
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Tom Treppiedi
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Samantha Wright
Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office
 
Dena Allen
Attorney
 
Alicia Bell
Attorney
 
Chris Bugbee
Attorney
 
Wendy Colton
Attorney
 
Evan Dobbs
Attorney
 
Jodi Felice
Attorney
 
Matt Fischer
Attorney
 
Christine Gallagher
Attorney
 
Stephen Graham
Attorney
 
Frank Hruban
Attorney
 
Catherine Kardong
Attorney
 
Brendan Kidd
Attorney
 
Kelly Konkright
Attorney
 
Emily Leddige
Attorney
 
Ian Ledlin
Attorney
 
Jeff Leslie
Attorney
 
Joe Linehan
Attorney
 
Josh Maurer
Attorney
 
Morgan Maxey
Attorney
 
Tim Note
Attorney
 
Gloria Porter
Attorney
 
Robin Schmahl
Attorney
 
Karen Schweigert
Attorney
 
Paige Miland
Angel’s Bail Bonds
 
Eric Houchin
All City Bail Bonds
 
Charles Dasenbrock
Evergreen Towing
 
Molly E. Ertel (Sypolt)
Court Interpreter
 
Tracy Ayers
 
Megan Cozza
 
Cat Czako
 
Jean Gerrells
 
Heather Gipson
 
Susan Robson
 
Marcy Smith
 
Katelyn Watters
elect Court Commissioner Jerry Scharosch

In the News

Pushing for justice and calling out abuse in positions of authority: read the article here

Protecting the community by securing the sentencing of a prolific child predator: read the article here