Eric J. Perrodin
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| Eric J. Perrodin | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Compton, California | |
| In office 2001–2013 | |
| Preceded by | Omar Bradley |
| Succeeded by | Aja Brown |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 26, 1959[1] Los Angeles County, California[1] |
| Nationality | American |
| Residence | Compton, California |
| Alma mater | California State University, Dominguez Hills[2] |
| Occupation | Deputy District Attorney, police officer[2] |
Eric J. Perrodin (born February 26, 1959)[1] served as Mayor of Compton, California from 2001-2013.[2]
Biography
Perrodin grew up in Compton, California. Soon after graduation from California State University, Dominguez Hills, he began working for the Compton Police Department. While serving as a police officer, he pursued a law degree at Loyola Law School.[3] After 12 years with the department, Perrodin left to become a Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County.[2]
In 2001, Perrodin defeated the incumbent mayor, Omar Bradley. He was re-elected in 2005[2] and 2009. He has the distinction of being Compton's longest serving mayor.
2013 Election
On June 4, 2013, Perrodin was defeated in Compton's municipal election by political newcomer, Aja Brown.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "California Birth Index, 1905-1995 [database on-line]". United States: The Generations Network. 2005. Retrieved 2009-11-06.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 [http:// "Eric J. Perrodin, former Mayor"]. Compton, California: The City of Compton, California. 2005. Retrieved 2010-11-25.
- ↑ California State Bar Member Records
External links
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Omar Bradley |
Mayor of Compton, California 2001-2013 |
Succeeded by Aja Brown |
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