"When a sitting judge allows their term to expire, you have an open seat," Frye said. Erin Childs ran unopposed for the other spot on the bench.Ĭounty superior court judges are usually appointed by the state governor, but in this case, the choice went to a vote. Mike Frye ran against Paul Phillips for one seat, and as of earlier this week, had 67% of the vote. While the final vote count is still being tallied, two candidates have emerged with strong leads. Two of twelve superior court judge seats in San Luis Obispo County opened up in time for the recent California Primary Election.