MEET A NDAA MEMBER: RICHIE KEMP, Commonwealth's Attorney Graves County (KY).

RICHIE KEMP

Commonwealth's Attorney Graves County (KY)

Qualifications

Received the "Ray Larson Sword of Justice Award" in February 2022. Awarded by the Kentucky Commonwealth's Attorney's Association. Awarded for "Ceaseless Dedication to the Pursuit of Justice."

Recognized as a "Legendary Partner" in December 2020. Recognized by the Child Advocacy Centers of Kentucky.This recognition is for "outstanding individuals for their commitment to keeping children safe."

Southern Illinois University School of Law, 2002-2005

* Published in the Journal of Legal Medicine (March 2004, Vol.25, No. 1)

* Law Clerk for Hon. John T. Daughaday, Graves Circuit Court Judge, ret. (Summer 2004)

Murray State University, 1997-2001

Professional Memberships and Activities

President of the Graves County Bar Association, March 2016-Present

Member of the Graves County Commonwealth's Attorney's Association since I took office in January 2019.

Board of Directors, Chamber of Commerce, March 2016-March 2019

Board of Directors, 12th Man Legacy, Inc., February 2014-January 2016

Board of Directors, Lighthouse--A Healing Place, March 2013-August 2015

Mentor, Graves County High School--Mentor Program, August 2010-May 2014

Board of Directors, Habitat for Humanity (Mayfield-Graves County), January 2007-January 2013

Board of Directors, Need Line/Food Pantry (Mayfield-Graves County), January 2007-January 2011

1 What was the most unusual or interesting job you've ever had?

I was a lifeguard in high school and college. Fun job. All the kids kept it very interesting.

2 What is your proudest professional moment?

I have several jury trial convictions that I'm very proud of, but when I was recognized by Kentucky's Child Advocacy Centers (CAC's) as a Legendary Party it was a high point. A focus of my prosecutorial career, since 2007, has been cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of children. These are often the most challenging cases, and they are the most rewarding when able to obtain justice for a child and prevent future child victims. I was very proud to be recognized by Kentucky's CACs for my work in this area.

3 What do you like most about being an NDAA member?

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