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Luna County Magistrate Judge

Magistrates are judges in limited jurisdiction courts. They hold the initial hearings in many types of serious criminal cases, and try criminal cases, including many first-time DUI/DWI and other misdemeanor cases which carry relatively less serious penalties. They also have jurisdiction over some types of civil cases (e.g., landlord/tenant and contracts) in which the amount sought is less than $10,000. Term: Four years; no term limits.

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    J SCOTT CHANDLER
    (Rep)

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    FRANCES JO KAVA
    (FWD)

Biographical Information

1. What qualifies you for this office?

2. What are the major challenges when serving as a Magistrate Judge?

3. What would be the most effective methods to improve Magistrate Court procedures and efficiency?

4. What other information would you like voters to know about you?

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Campaign Email Lupesilva0425@gmail.com
Campaign Phone 575-9360554
I have 40years of experience working with behavioral health and law enforcement.
Repeat offenders.
Coordinating with law enforcement probation and community resources.
I have the ability of listening both sides without bias and remain impartial. I want to reduce crime and help Luna County to become a safer place.To have fairness in civil disputes and sober judgment for traffic safety.
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