League of Women Voters of Ohio Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 8, 2005 Election
	David C. Stockdale Answers Questions Candidate for Judge; Hamilton County Municipal Court; District 3; 6 Year Term

Questions & Answers

1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)

I came to the bench with 18 years' experience as a practicing attorney in State and Federal courts and 4 years as an administrative law judge. I have served as a Municipal Court Judge for more than 10 years. During that time I have presided over more than 2,200 trials.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)

1. I am diligent in deciding the cases that come before me. I have handled over 41,000 cases since becoming a judge. I base my decisions strictly on the law and the evidence presented in court.
2.I treat every party and witness with respect. I insure that every defendant's right to a fair trial and every victim's right to be heard is protected.
3. In sentencing offenders, I make use of available drug and alcohol treatment and corrective thinking programs. Jail is usually part of the sentence for violent or repeat offenders, with maximum jail terms for the worst offenders.