Another candidate has thrown his hat into the ring for Utica City Court Judge.

Joe Saba, an Assistant District Attorney in the Oneida County District Attorney's office, announced his candidacy on Monday.  Saba has worked as a prosecutor in the DA's Office for the last 21 years.

He says he'll bring several qualities to the bench if elected, including knowledge of the law, judicial temperament.patience, understanding, fairness and toughness

Local attorney Christopher Giruzzi announced his candidacy earlier this month.

Current City Court Judge John Balzano will be retiring at the end of the year.

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