Richard Roth (politician)

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Richard D. Roth
Member of the California Senate from the 31st district
Incumbent
Assumed office December 3, 2012
Preceded by	Robert Dutton
Personal details
Born	(1950-11-06) November 6, 1950 (age 73) Columbus, Ohio
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Cindy
Residence	Riverside, California
Alma mater	Miami University (BA) Emory University (JD)
Profession	Attorney
Website	Official Senate
Military service
Allegiance	United States of America
Branch/service	Air Force
Years of service	1972–2007
Rank	Major General

Richard Dale Roth (born November 6, 1950) is an American politician, currently serving in the California State Senate.^[1] A Democrat, he represents the 31st Senate District, encompassing northwestern Riverside County, including the cities of Corona, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Moreno Valley, Norco, Perris, and Riverside.

Prior to being elected to the state senate in 2012, Roth served as a major general in the United States Air Force, and as a practicing attorney.