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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
See below for questions on
Qualification,
Priorities
Click on a name for other candidate information. See also more information about this contest.
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1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)
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Answer from Russell J. Mock:
I was appointed to the Municipal Court bench in July 2004. Prior to taking the bench, I had extensive trial experience as a civil litigator and a Hamilton County Prosecutor. Over the past decade I have successfully handled hundreds of civil cases in Municipal Court and prosecuted hundreds of criminal defendants.
Answer from Martha Good:
My extensive legal experience in state and federal courts and strong academic background will ensure that I will render decisions fairly and with the correct interpretation of the law. I mediated over 1,200 cases in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, helping litigants settle more than 500.
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2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)
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Answer from Martha Good:
Municipal Court can be intimidating and demeaning for people. Judges, often rushed with heavy case loads, sometimes forget that each case involves a unique individual and situation. Every day I'll observe the Golden Rule - treat everyone appearing before me as I would want to be treated. I'll hold longer court sessions - every case will have more time, and participants will understand the proceedings. I'll schedule cases throughout the day, not just mornings. This means less time waiting for cases to be called (less time off work, lower attorney's fees), and police will have more time to protect our streets.
Answer from Russell J. Mock:
I will continue to maintain a high degree of honesty and integrity. Consideration and respect for my fellow citizens is essential to providing a high level of service to all who enter my courtroom.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate
are reproduced as submitted to the League.
Candidates' statements are presented as submitted. Word limits apply for each question. Direct references to opponents are not permitted.
The order of the candidates is random and changes daily.
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