Education (degree/year/where)
Juris Doctor, 2012, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Occupation
Deputy Prosecutor
Experience and qualifications
I have been licensed to practice law for 14 years. I have served almost 10 years as a Deputy Prosecutor in Delaware County.
Community involvements
Vice Chair of the Open Door Health Services Board of Directors, Secretary of the Delaware County Prevention Council Board of Directors, Board Member for Delaware County Champions for Children Board, Board Member for Delaware County Prevent Child Abuse Board, Board Member for the Muncie Baseball and Softball Association
Incumbent?
No
Previously sought/Held offices
Center Township Advisory Board
I am running for this position because I believe our courts should reflect the values of fairness, integrity, and respect for every person who comes before them.
Throughout my legal career, I have had the privilege of representing individuals and families during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.
I am running because I bring real, current courtroom experience. I am actively practicing law and regularly handling complex cases, which gives me a clear understanding of the issues facing our legal system today and the people it serves.
In this position, I hope to ensure that every person who enters the courtroom is treated with fairness, dignity, and respect. I am committed to applying the law thoughtfully and impartially, while maintaining an efficient and well-managed courtroom. I also aim to promote public confidence in the judicial system by being accessible, prepared, and accountable.
In considering this question, it is important to recognize the ethical responsibility of a judicial candidate to avoid commenting on issues in a way that could suggest bias or predetermine outcomes. With that in mind, broadly speaking, courts must continually work to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. Key considerations include access to the legal system, the efficient administration of cases, and maintaining a courtroom environment where every person feels heard. It is also essential that judges remain impartial, apply the law consistently, and base decisions solely on the facts and the law.
I would treat each case on a case by case basis. When determining a sentence, a Judge may look to the nature of the crime, the character of the Defendant, among several other factors. As a judge, I would be bound within the confines of the law in imposing a sentence based upon statutory ranges. Treatment alternatives could be an option in sentencing as an alternative to incarceration and again, would be determined on a case by case basis.
I have devoted my legal career to both civil and criminal law. I served approximately four years as a Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana, handling civil litigation at both the state and federal levels, including asset protection and bankruptcy matters.
Subsequently, I have served for nearly a decade as a Deputy Prosecutor, where I handle a wide range of criminal cases and regularly try complex matters. I also work within our problem-solving courts, including Drug Court and Veteran’s Court.
This experience has provided me with a well-rounded, practical understanding of both civil and criminal proceedings.
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