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Sonoma County, CA November 7, 2000 Election
Judge of the Superior Court; County of Sonoma; Office 3 Voter Information

Candidates (Vote for 1)
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Jim Bertoli 90,718 votes 53.8%

  • Occupation: Attorney
  • 15 years experience in Sonoma County Courts
  • 15 years as advocate attorney for California Teachers Association
  • 11 years experience as Sonoma County Judge Pro Tem
  • Volunteer pro bono legal work for indigent clients
Priorities:
  • Proponent for using firm approach when dealing with repeat offenders & violent criminals.
  • I believe in enforcing the laws and providing fair, effective and timely justice in both criminal and civil cases.
  • I'll embrace new technologies to reduce court delays and promote accessibility.
Cheryl Martinsen 77,325 votes 45.9%
  • Occupation: Trial Attorney
  • Family: Married 18 years to Craig. Mother of Danny (15) and Emily (12)
  • Community Leader: Director of Camp Meeker Recreation and Park District, which also serves as the local water board
  • Education: Juris Doctorate, Santa Clara University Law School, 1982.
  • Bachelor of Arts, Cultural Anthropology with honors, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1978.
  • Career: Attorney for 18 years. Senior attorney with Lanahan & Reilley LLP Santa Rosa. Primary emphasis in trials and appeals.
Priorities:
  • Enforce victims' rights
  • Stop domestic violence and child abuse
  • Help at-risk kids to lead productive, crime free lives

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