Charles E. Pell Former Federal Criminal Prosecutor and U.S. Navy Veteran -- Experienced and Trusted
Charles E. Pell brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to justice to his candidacy for judge. With 20 years of proven service as a Federal Criminal Prosecutor before he retired in 2025, he is dedicated to transparency, fairness, and upholding the rule of law. Charles prosecuted the rich and powerful, as well as obtained millions of dollars in restitution for individual victims. Charles believes that a judge should not only interpret the law but also treat every case as an individual case and to foster trust and integrity in the judicial system. Discover more about his vision and values, as well as the platform he stands on to support and protect your rights.
CHARLES E. PELL
Former Federal Criminal Prosecutor
For 20 years, I served Orange County as a federal criminal prosecutor—guided by integrity, fairness, and independence.
I protected our community by prosecuting violent criminals, child exploitation, public corruption, international money laundering, and those who exploited seniors.
Orange County deserves a judge with an even temperament and proven courtroom experience. I bring both, backed by high-stakes jury trials. As your judge, everyone will get a fair hearing. I’ll listen—treating everyone with dignity and respect. I’ll apply the law fairly and impartially, clearly explaining my rulings.
I’m a United States Navy Veteran (Intelligence Officer) and former public-school teacher—experiences that strengthened my discipline, objectivity, and patience.
USC Law graduate, bilingual in Spanish, with math and economics degrees, I’ll bring judgment and common sense to court.
With the FBI and Orange County DA, I prosecuted an Orange County Supervisor for bribery. I also convicted a bank manager who stole $1.2 million from elderly customers, an attorney defrauding struggling homeowners, and COVID relief scammers—recovering millions for victims. California Lawyer honored me as “Attorney of the Year” for convicting 53 defendants in a scheme to steal $250,000,000 from taxpayers.
Orange County is home—we’re raising our family here.
Vote Charles Pell for Orange County Superior Court Judge.
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