Snohomish County's first Black superior court judge dies, leaves lasting legacy

Snohomish County’s first African American superior court judge has died, leaving behind a lasting legacy both inside the courtroom and out.

Former Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Eric Lucas passed away last weekend.

“When I first found out, I was devastated,” said Sandra Palmer. Like many who knew Lucas, she couldn’t believe the news of his death.

Lucas, 67, spent most of his life in Snohomish County and was the first person of color to serve as a Snohomish County Superior Court judge.

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