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Lorain Municipal Court - Clerk

Lorain Municipal Court Clerk; Vote for not more than 1; 6-year term.

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    Ted Kalo
    (Dem)

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Training and Experience 14 years and a county commissioner and 6.5 years as the clerk of court
Current Occupation Lorain Municipal Clerk of Court
The Clerk of Courts office is responsible for filing and safely keeping all journals, records, books, and papers belonging or appertaining to the court; record the proceedings of the court; perform all other duties that the judges of the court may prescribe; and keep a book showing all receipts and disbursements, which book shall be open for public inspection at all times.
A general knowledge of the legal process, financial background and the ability to manage staff.
I will continue to add features to the court through our case management system to make it easier for the public and attorneys to use the system. I will continue to keep my books in accordance with the State of Ohio Auditor's office. We are working to implement a system to help defendants expunge or seal their records.