The Hon. Christopher Etzel is a judge for the 2nd Judicial District Court of Kansas. He was appointed to the bench by Governor Laura Kelly in 2021, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Gary Nafziger.
The 2nd Judicial District includes Jackson, Jefferson, Pottawatomie, and Wabaunsee Counties.
Prior to his appointment, Etzel handled civil and criminal cases in private practice since 2004. In addition to his practice, he also served as the city attorney for Onaga, Havensville, and Wheaton.
He received a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University in 2000. Etzel then completed a J.D. at Washburn University School of Law in 2004.
He has been involved with the Second Judicial District Juvenile Correctional Advisory Board and the Onaga Chamber of Commerce.
Etzel resides in Havensville with his wife and children.