Judge; Court of Common Pleas General Division; 6 Year Term Starting 1/1/03 Election Information November 5, 2002 Election

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Hamilton County, OH

November 5, 2002 Election

Judge; Court of Common Pleas General Division; 6 Year Term Starting 1/1/03 Voter Information

6 Year Term.

Responsibilities: To preside at trials of both civil and criminal cases; to supervise the jury commission, grand jury, and other departments of the court.

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Melba D. Marsh 161,169 votes 100.0%

Occupation: Judge - Court of Common Pleas

Residence: Walnut Hills

Education: JD University of Cincinnati

Vast courtroom trial experience in criminal justice system from most minor violations to death penalty.

Previously "recommended" by Cincinnati Bar Association and previously endorsed by FOP.

Priorities:

Deliver just results in every case.
Stay abreast with current developments in the law.
Understand that the courtroom belongs to the people -- not judges.

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