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Orange County Clerk-Recorder Choose 1

The Recorder's duties include managing real estate records, vital records, marriage services, and preservation and access for documents relating to these functions.

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Maria Holly Barraza (NON)

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Ballot Designation Criminal Justice Professional
Candidate's Political Party Democratic
Campaign Email MARIAHOLLY2026@GMAIL.COM
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If elected, what are your top 3 priorities?

Safeguarding all records, Budget Management, and Technology for fraud prevention.

What background, experience and/or education qualify you for this elected office? (You may use your candidate statement here if desired.)

My career began in 2007 with the WIC program under PHFE, now Heluna Health, where I supported families and engaged in community and cultural outreach throughout Orange County, California, while developing a strong foundation in handling sensitive records.

I later worked with the Orange County Registrar of Voters, gaining hands-on experience in voter outreach, signature verification, and ballot processing critical functions that directly support the accuracy of voter records and the integrity of our elections. Through this work, I learned policy and standard operating procedures from inception to completion.

I also served with Riverside County Department of Public Social Services as a Social Services Assistant, where I worked in child safety. In this role, I collaborated directly with the courts to support reports related to child-parent visitation during critical moments that impact parental rights. This experience strengthened my ability to handle sensitive information with care and responsibility, and I was recognized for my diligence and contributions to protecting children’s records and from physical harm.

I currently serve with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in the Records Bureau, Command Unit, within the 24-hour Teletype/Warrants division, where I safeguard sensitive law enforcement records and uphold the highest standards of accuracy, accountability, and public trust. Every day, I work behind the scenes to ensure critical information is handled with care and integrity.

In addition to my professional experience, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, with Magna Cum Laude Honors from National University part of my coursework in criminal law, ethics, crisis intervention, corrections, constitutional law and international law. I am also part of the Alpha Phi Sigma, the Criminal Justice Honor Society. I further expanded my studies in Greece (2024) through the John F. Kennedy School of Law at National University, strengthening m

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Hugh Nguyen (NON)

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If elected, what are your top 3 priorities?

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