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A good Justice of the Peace is trusted, rooted in the community, and understands the experiences of everyday neighbors. I became an attorney later in life—first gaining the perspective of living and working like everyone else, then adding legal training and experience to complement it.
That combination and balance makes me uniquely qualified to create a courtroom that’s clear, approachable, and easy for our community to navigate especially for those who do not use an attorney.
I already practice this calling in the courtroom by professionally and compassionately engaging with people in a transparent and down-to-earth way, making the law clear and understandable, and fostering productive conversations that lead to fair and just outcomes.
A judge’s obligation is to decide every case based on the facts and the law. Impartiality and consistent, disciplined judgment is required without regard to who the parties are or the nature of the dispute.
My values provide the framework for that responsibility. Respect for the rule of law, equal application of the law, personal accountability, and limited judicial authority guide my approach to judicial decision-making.
These principles demand restraint and independence, ensuring decisions are driven by evidence and legislative intent rather than personal preference or outside pressure.
Whether resolving disputes between neighbors, small claims matters, or Class C misdemeanor cases, my role is to apply the law fairly and independently, grounded in the facts. While maintaining that neutrality, all who appear will be treated with professionalism and respect.
My commitment is to a court that resolves cases lawfully, consistently, and in a way that earns public confidence.
An impartial and independent judiciary is fundamental to our system of government. Judges are entrusted with applying the law—not exercising powers reserved to the Legislature.
My responsibility is to apply governing statutes and procedural rules to the facts of each case and to render decisions grounded in the law and the evidence.
In eviction cases, that means enforcing statutory notice requirements, deadlines, and evidentiary standards.
In truancy matters, it means enforcing attendance laws while tailoring interventions that account for the circumstances of the child and family.
In small claims cases, it means applying consistent legal standards and resolving disputes based on admissible evidence and applicable law.
In misdemeanor cases, it means enforcing the law while exercising discretion, where it is permitted, to consider lawful alternatives such as deferred disposition or compliance-based remedies.
Parties deserve a timely resolution to their court case.
I will lead my team to dramatically improve the court’s procedures and operations so that every case moves swiftly toward resolution--saving time and reducing the burden and cost of litigation.
Court staff will be extensively cross-trained and empowered to continually improve the community's experience, eliminate inefficiencies, reduce delays, and significantly improve response times—setting a high standard for public service in the court.
Technology, including the responsible use of AI, will be maximized to reduce reliance on paper-based and in-person transactions where legally permissible and operationally effective.
Public-facing resources will be substantially updated and expanded to better support litigants—particularly those without legal representation—by providing clear, accessible information that allows them to navigate the court process with greater confidence and less stress.
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