Floyd County Superior Court 1 - Democratic Primary
Highlights Education: BS history Xavier University, University of Louisville Law School Juris Doctor
• CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Once the opportunity to represent a lot of people who are familiar with the unique profile and a height and case studies.
• NOTES FAMILY: Married to Deborah Banet. Five children, Kelly, Tom, Jody, Erin and Shannon. Two small –
1) Why are you in this position?
“I have participated in several recent events Floyd County, which have an enormous financial impact on all of us, because the public prosecutor’s office, without any compensation Übervorteilung deference. Both criminal and civil cases, he tried, without error, if we want our justice system is effective use. I know what to do and how to do.
“I tried a dozen cases within the land and the Federal Court of divisions, there are more than sixty judges. Some very good judges, some very bad.
“I have seen the positive effect of the influence and the best judge of justice and their communities.” My heroes are the best judges to decide that the issues without fear on the facts and the law without having to worry about prejudice , politics or advertising.
“I think my forty years of experience gave me the tools to a good judge. I think the happiness and success, I created an obligation to give back to my community. I think the hard work I can judge, I would be happy to appear.
2) What is the main problem facing this position, and what is your plan to solve?
“In other words, it is the problem of efficient, effective and economical management of the Court of Justice. But the solution is far from simple. It requires many changes and improvements.
“Our prison overcrowding has reached, and there is talk of a surcharge. This is not necessary. The majority of inmates are still awaiting trial, were not in a position, the high post bonds. Called to the house of detention with GPS anklets, Our Community corrections may be their positions 24 / 7, as well as to support the work themselves and their families, rather than by taxpayers.
“Public Defender cases, the charges saturate. We do not need to rent more than defenders of tax dollars, if only really need Counsel appointed. Effective testing is ensured. I will be a” Modest Means’ list lawyers, as a public service, which represent Who can pay a reduced fee.
“Trial resulting from errors and setbacks in the process of restoration must be avoided by making the right choices for the first time.
“The Bureau is not in the vicinity of noon, and night court is an option, and all lawyers are needed at the command prompt, prepared and ready to arise. Nothing breeds disrespect for justice, as a loss Time and delay.
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