A rise in political threats is happening across the nation, including here in our region.

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says threats have been made against some county judges.

Judge Gary Starnes, himself a target of false bomb threats, and District Attorney General Coty Wamp both say they've noticed an increase in threats during the last few years.

Four other judges have also been threatened.

Wamp says she will prosecute those who make threats to the fullest extent of the law.

The HCSO released a statement that says in part:

"We work closely with our law enforcement partners to assess the validity and severity of each threat and adjust security and safety protocols as necessary."

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