Walt J. Brown
Judge Walt J. Brown serves on the Adams County Court in Natchez, Mississippi, where he oversees civil, criminal, and youth matters with a steady hand and deep respect for his community.
First elected in 2014, Judge Brown brought years of prosecutorial experience and public service to the bench. Known for his approachable, fair-minded style, he believes the courtroom is a place for both accountability and compassion.
On Hope Mississippi, he reflects on what justice means at the local level, how early intervention can change lives, and why small-town courts often carry the biggest impact in shaping the future of Mississippi’s legal system.
Fun Fact: Judge Brown is known as “voice of the Green Wave,” and has been calling radio play-by-plays for his Cathedral High School alma mater’s football team for 25 years.