Federal courts | Consider candidates experience. Check out endorsements. .percentage_number { It was a three-month summer position. State legislature | Two of the five seats of the Board of Supervisors were up for election, as well as two of the countywide elected officials, the Sheriff and the Assessor. Whats At Stake In The WGA Walkout, our guide to the L.A. Superior Court Judge races, have recently criticized the rating process, California State Bars nominee evaluations, new reporting on LACBA's ratings of the judges, Ex-Councilmember Martinez Opposed Healthy Streets LA Plan. Or your child custody case. The candidates include a city council staffer, two community organizers, the head of a housing nonprofit, the head of the San Fernando Valley NAACP, and three people in private business. Whose example would you like to follow, and why? } border: 1px solid #999; Note: The RR/CC does not conduct all elections in Los Angeles County only those listed on this page. Results are representative of Los Angeles County only. View the JEEC Rules of Procedure, Christa Hohmann margin-bottom: 25px; .race_footer { Before then-Gov. People who have matters to be heard in court are very often going through the most difficult time in their lives, and the weight of the decisions a judge makes can have a greater impact than any act of Congress or executive order. If our courts are not a reflection of our communities, we all lose. However, within the confines of the law, a judge does have large amounts of discretion in many situations. .question-scroll-container { Head to the Voter Game Plan homepage for guides to the rest of your ballot. U.S. President | Have a link to Lashley-Haynes' campaign ads on YouTube? background-color: #f4f4f4; "[5] The Los Angeles Times, the Burbank Police Officers' Association, and 21 superior court judges in the county endorsed Barreto. Source. .answer-photo-container { font-size: 0.9em; How to run for office | About 50 people on LACBAs Judicial Elections Evaluation committee take on the evaluation process every election. I am advocating a common sense, practical approach to criminal justice reform that is driven by re-imagining public safety and making fiscally smart decisions. .panel-body { Ballot box icon is from Google Material Icons. Much of my approach is based on ensuring justice is blind to a persons ethnicity, income-level, religion or skin tone. Email us. I would like to be remembered as a judge who was fully aware of this every day of my career. Evaluating candidates means a lot of back and forth with the candidates by phone and email. } } Click here to access those reports. I have prosecuted cases ranging from petty theft to murder with assignments throughout the county, and in special units within the District Attorneys Office, including the Major Narcotics Division and the Hardcore Gang Division. I remember great memories of reading Little Women with my mom and sister. If you dont know where to start when evaluating judicial candidates, start with these ratings they're included below in the candidate information. As a working mom, raised by a working mom, running for a judicial seat, I possess a diverse life experience that will bring a much needed perspective to the Los Angeles Superior Court bench. .non_result_row { padding-left: 16px; Judges preside over trials and hearings. My background and experience in various different LA courtrooms representing the voiceless and disadvantaged provides the kind of variety, balance, and perspective to begin to make Los Angeles the leader in criminal justice reform. })(); This section includes a selection of up to three campaign advertisements per candidate released in this race, as well as links to candidates' YouTube, Vimeo, and/or Facebook video pages. Empathy is key because a judge must be able to put himself/herself in the place of the defendant, the victim(s), the attorneys, and the jury. .panel-heading:hover { cursor: pointer;} This rating means a person has the qualities to serve as a satisfactory judge. overflow: hidden; Tuesday June 7, 2022 California Primary Election Election Home Candidates Open drop down menu United States United States Senate Senator Full Term Senator Short Term U.S. House of Representatives District 23 District 26 District 27 District 28 District 29 District 30 District 31 District 32 District 34 District 35 District 36 District 37 Submitted Biography: "I am a husband, a father of two young girls, and a Deputy District Attorney who prosecutes violent crimes and homicides in Los Angeles County. There are 494 judges on the Superior Court of Los Angeles County, making it the largest trial court in the country. I am running because I am capable and qualified, because I will treat every person in my courtroom with dignity and fairness, and because I will bring a much-needed perspective to the bench. The larger society benefits, and we all would be safer if the true root causes of crime are addressed instead of the symptoms. Figuring out what values someone could bring to the courtroom isnt simple. By researching and asking the questions necessary to make a thoughtful decision according to the law. font-size: 12px; The terms of 43 California intermediate appellate court judges expired on January 2, 2023. } Thats why the Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) evaluates Superior Court candidates every election. Post Conviction Assistance Center, SEE THE FULL JUDICIAL ELECTIONS EVALUATION ROSTER, Copyright 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION. May 23, 2023 City of Beverly Hills Special Municipal Election June 27, 2023 City of Los Angeles Council District 6 Special Runoff Election July 25, 2023 Claremont Unified School District Trustee Area 4 Special Election November 7, 2023 Local and Municipal Elections March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election Lots of people have questioned whether its a good idea to elect our judiciary does it cause judges to worry more about being popular instead of making the right decisions in cases? Submitted Biography: "My name is Fernanda Maria Barreto. It serves attorneys, judges, and other legal professionals through sections, committees, networking events, live and on-demand CLE programs, pro bono opportunities, resources, and information. Your financial support allows our reporters to research candidates and provide you and your neighbors the tools you need to make informed decisions when casting your ballot. It is that background that strengthens public trust in our legal institutions and reinforces the legitimacy that our judicial system requires. Diverse legal backgrounds matter for our judiciary. A judges job is to act as court referee: Head to LAist's Voter Game Plan for guides to the rest of your ballot including: If the law is very clear on a given issue, a judge has to stick to it regardless of how they personally feel. max-height: 580px; Anyone who gets one of the last two ratings can appeal and send more information. What do you consider the greatest opportunity for the legal system in your state? I fully support making more responsible use of our scarce resources, rather than continuing to enrich private prison owners. The Report rates Los Angeles Superior Court (LASC) judicial candidates based on professional ability, experience, competence, integrity, and temperament. top: -5px; vertical-align: middle; Anyone rated as Not Qualified gets a letter detailing the problems found by the group. Sadly, he lost his case. .election_results_text { I believe that judges should follow the law but use their discretion to gauge appropriate handling of cases on an individualized basis. float: left; Fernanda Maria Barreto and Elizabeth Lashley-Haynes advanced to a nonpartisan Nov. 8 runoff for Office 67 of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County after finishing as the top two vote-getters in the nonpartisan primary over a third candidate, Ryan Dibble. The committee follows up with each one and then gives candidates one of four ratings: Exceptionally Well Qualified, Well Qualified, Qualified, or Not Qualified. In other cases, laws may be ambiguous, and thats when a judge has to issue their own interpretation of the law. Candidates fill out questionnaires and do in-person interviews with an evaluation committee, and have to submit a list of 75 lawyers or judges who can act as personal references. display: inline-block; The 43 seats are up for retention election on November 8, 2022. .votebox_legend { This background has provided me with a unique perspective into our justice system. I will seek to maintain public safety and integrity of the judicial system by properly and objectively exercising discretion within the confines of the law. Superior Court Judges LA TIMES. Thats why we made this free cheat sheet that breaks down the most critical races in L.A. and tells you who the candidates are. "I am a proud LA County Deputy Public Defender, a wife and a mom, and a community activist. } } padding-left: 0; Public defenders are employed by the government to represent people who have been accused of crimes and cant afford a private lawyer. .indicate_scroll { background-color: #db0000; L.A. Countys association is a nonprofit focused on providing resources for its more than 16,000 members, as well as legal help for people who cant afford it. We give them a chance to just fill us in, tell us where we're wrong, said committee Chair Jerry Abeles. The images from TV and the emotional reactions I saw at such a young age will always be seared into my memory. To view the full list of Committee members that participated in the 2022 JEEC evaluation process, please see page 11 of the Final Report here. padding: 15px 15px 5px 15px; .results_row { Tell us if we've missed something, or tell us about more people that we can talk to about your qualifications. The justice system is often scary and confusing for the people who use it and I will strive to guide individuals and families through this unfamiliar system and direct them to available resources. .inner_percentage.CrossFiled { The L.A. County Bar Association (LACBA) is the main professional association for L.A.s legal community. text-align: center; What theyre doing to keep up with the law if they havent practiced in the last five years. Jackson will bring some key balance in this regard, as understanding the vulnerabilities and personalities of defendants can lead to more humane decisions in their favor. I will exhibit humility and draw upon my love of learning and compassion for others to listen for opportunities to improve the lives of others. The L.A. County Bar Association (LACBA) is the main professional association for L.A.s legal community. I'm a proud Latina who grew up in the shadow of Elysian Park. I have also seen that more incarceration does not reduce crime. When reliable local election reporting is widely available, the entire community benefits. LACBAs evaluations are separate from California Constitution eligibility standards, which only require someone to be a member of the State Bar or have served on a court for 10 years before running for a seat. Survey responses from candidates in this race. Look at a candidates website. It includes all 12 candidates vying for six seats. We may not know who won. Abeles says the committee members reflect different roles, levels of expertise, and backgrounds. This is my personal, guiding principle, grounded in my experience and faith. padding-top: 8px; To get that rating, more than 75% of the committee (present at the time of voting) needs to agree, according to the committees handbook. .inner_percentage.Democratic { Superior Court of Los Angeles County election, 2022 (Office 67 June 7 nonpartisan primary) Elections in California, 2022 Primary date: June 7 Mail-in registration deadline: June 7 Online reg. In 2022, contested races were scheduled for nine of the 167 offices up for election. padding-left: 20px !important; During my career as a deputy district attorney, I have seen many instances of individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues for which incarceration is not an appropriate solution. As of 2013, the population of the city of Los Angeles was 3.8 million, making it the second-most populous city in the United States. With all the above in mind, here is our judges guide. } Los Angeles County, California, held primary elections for assessor, sheriff, county supervisor, and superior court judges on June 7, 2022. 2023 Southern California Public Radio - All Rights Reserved, How The LA County Bar Association Rates Judicial Candidates, TV And Movie Writers Strike Over 'Gig Economy' Conditions As Talks Break Down. color: #888; font-size: 20px; .race_header.green { } What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? They do that by giving every individual before the court an opportunity to be heard. I love Little Women. I have read this book many times and can always find something new in its language or story that I missed. .votebox { State judicial elections, 2022 A total of 384 appellate court seats were up for election in 2022. color: #888; This background has provided me with a unique perspective into our justice system. The Supreme Courtmakesmajor decisions surrounding the rights of defendants on issues such as the rights of the accused during trial, police interactions and the scope of punishments.