Tony Graf Biography – Tony Graf Wiki

Tony Graf is a judge of the Fourth District Court in Utah. He was appointed to the Fourth District Court in May 2025 by Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox, filling a vacancy left by the retirement of Judge Robert Lunnen. He serves Juab, Millard, Utah and Wasatch counties.

“Tony Graf brings a steady hand, strong ethics, and the kind of judgment we count on in Utah’s judiciary,” said Gov. Cox. “From prosecuting difficult cases to training new attorneys — his experience reflects a commitment to justice and public service.”

Prior to his judicial appointment, Graf previously served as a Deputy County Attorney for Davis County, where he prosecuted physical and sexual abuse cases. He previously led the Special Victims Unit for the Utah County Attorney’s Office and served as a Deputy District Attorney in Salt Lake County. His diverse experience also includes roles as an Assistant Attorney General in American Samoa, Deputy District Attorney in Lincoln County, Nevada, and Special Assistant United States Attorney in Washington, D.C.

A dedicated educator and trainer, Judge Graf has presented at numerous legal and child advocacy conferences and served as faculty for statewide trainings. He volunteered as Judge Pro Tempore for the Salt Lake City Justice Court and serves on the Utah Supreme Court Advisory Committee on the Rules of Evidence.

Graf previously served as a Planner Commissioner for Tooele City, a member of Tooele City Council and as the past president of the Utah Minority Bar Association.

According to his LinkedIn profile, Graf received his associates degree from Salt Lake Community College, a bachelor’s degree in history and a juris doctorate from the University of Utah, as well as a master’s degree in criminal justice from Weber State University.

Tony Graf Salary

District Judge Tony Graf receives an annual salary of $247,400.

Tony Graf Political Party

Judge Graf is an appointee of Republican Governor Spencer Cox.