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Hamilton County, OH November 8, 2005 Election
Candidates Answer Questions on the Issues
Judge; Hamilton County Municipal Court; District 2


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

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

Answer from Cheryl D. Grant:

Sitting Judge continuously 1997. Former trial lawyer, Federal Prosecutor, Law Director of Lincoln Heights, Public defender, Special assisting Attorney General, Chief Investigator Office of Municipal Investigation, Member of Ohio Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Technology and Interpreter Services.

Answer from Rosalind C. "Roz" Florez:

As a mediator and state hearing examiner, I have the experience of hearing and weighing evidence daily. I have to have a broad basis of legal knowledge in order to evaluate cases and help people to determine the risks and benefits of their lawsuits. As a state examiner, I hear parties, receive evidence and make decisions on licensure. Because of these positions, I am a strong, active listener which I feel is vital to make sound decisions.


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

Answer from Cheryl D. Grant:

I plan to continue my involvement at the State Level with the Supreme Court efforts to improve technology and interpreter services.

Answer from Rosalind C. "Roz" Florez:

Firm yet fair: This is my philosophy in life. Once I would receive the facts into evidence, I will apply the law in a firm yet fair manner. High bonds and mandatory sentencing: People are upset that criminals do not stay in jail and make bond too easily. Having and efficient docket: It is important to start court promptly, not waste taxpayers' money and not waste police time with court delays.


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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