Education
Florida Atlantic University, Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Occupation
Attorney
Endorsements
IAFF 3080, IAFF 4321, Broward FOP
Campaign Phone
9542142599
Judges should always be fair, impartial, patient, and respectful. Most importantly, a Judge needs to manage the courtroom and caseload promptly and efficiently.
In situations such as these, a judge can ensure the public defender has adequate tie to prepare their cases, and liberally grant continuances if more time is needed.
The greatest obstacles to justice is access to the justice system itself, whether its by not having legal counsel, not having sufficient funds, having a language barrier or not having knowledge of the system.
I have tried over a hundred bench trials in my career.
The most important Supreme Court decision as it relates to the first amendment is Schenck v. United States, which established the famous “clear and present danger test” and is a reminder that free speech rights are not absolute. Under this test, the government may restrict speech if it presents a real, imminent threat and is intended to result in a crime or substantive evil that Congress has a right to prevent.
Biography
Veronica Walker is a lifelong Broward County resident, Assistant State Attorney, and community leader. The daughter of a U.S. Coast Guard veteran and a public school teacher, she was raised with the values of service, integrity, and hard work. Veronica serves as the lead prosecutor in the Hate Crimes Unit and chairs the Broward Hate Crimes Task Force. She is committed to ensuring every person is treated with fairness, dignity, and respect under the law.
Education
Veronica Walker earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Tennessee State University. She later earned her Master’s degree in Public Administration from Tennessee State University, along with a certificate in Non-Profit Management. She received her Juris Doctor from Barry University and is a member of The Florida Bar.
Occupation
Assistant State Attorney
Civic Experience
Chair, Broward Hate Crimes Task Force Vice President of Legislative and Social Action, National Black Prosecutors Association Member, Broward Sheriff's Office Social Justice Task Force Former Executive Board Member, National Black Prosecutors Association – South Florida Chapter Advisory Board Member, Keiser University Criminal Justice Program (former) Organizer of community town halls throughout Broward County on hate crimes
Endorsements
Sun-Sentinel, Police Benevolent Association, AFL-CIO, Bless Broward, Florida Rising
A judge must be fair, impartial, and independent, applying the law to the facts without bias or outside influence. Every person deserves dignity, respect, and a meaningful opportunity to be heard. Judges should not advocate, but ensure justice is administered consistently and according to law.
Integrity, sound judgment, humility, preparation, and compassion are essential. Judges must listen carefully, remain patient, and make legally correct decisions, even when unpopular.
Maintaining public trust and ensuring access to justice are critical challenges. My philosophy is simple: listen, decide objectively, treat all with respect, and faithfully apply the law
A judge must ensure each person receives effective assistance of counsel while managing a fair and efficient courtroom. Although judges cannot control attorney caseloads, they can move cases promptly, hold meaningful conferences, and issue timely rulings to reduce delay. At the same time, judges must remain alert to signs that workload is affecting representation and address concerns to protect constitutional rights. Efficiency and safeguarding rights are not competing goals—they are both essential to the fair administration of justice.
I believe the greatest obstacles to justice are access to justice, court backlogs, and ensuring the effective assistance of counsel. Many individuals struggle to navigate the legal system because they lack resources or legal representation. Court delays can increase costs, prolong uncertainty for victims and defendants, and erode public confidence in the justice system. Judges play an important role by managing their dockets efficiently, protecting constitutional rights, and ensuring every person receives a fair opportunity to be heard and a timely resolution of their case
Yes. During my career as an Assistant State Attorney, I have tried 20 cases to verdict, including 17 jury trials and 3 bench trials.
My trial experience spans misdemeanor and felony cases, including violent crimes and complex prosecutions. While my number of recent jury trials reflects the impact of COVID-19 court closures and my assignments to the Hate Crimes and Public Corruption Units—where many cases resolve through negotiated dispositions or specialized courts—I continue to litigate evidentiary hearings and other contested matters on a regular basis.
Two of the most significant U.S. Supreme Court decisions are Gideon v. Wainwright and Brown v. Board of Education. Brown reaffirmed the Constitution's promise of equal protection and transformed our nation by rejecting state-sponsored segregation. Gideon established that every person facing the loss of liberty has the right to counsel, ensuring that justice is not dependent on wealth. As a judicial candidate, Gideon is especially meaningful because it reinforces the principle that fairness, due process, and equal access to justice must exist for every person who enters a courtroom.
