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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
Click on a name for other candidate information. See also more information about this contest.
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1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)
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Answer from Ted Berry:
With over 15 years of trial experience in municipal, state and federal courts while working for some of Cincinnati's largest law firms and corporations, as well as the Public Defenders Office, has exposed me to all aspects of the law, giving me a unique perspective for the application of the law in a fair and balanced manner.
Answer from Kendal M. Coes:
Served as an Asst. City Prosecutor for the City of Cincinnati and tried hundreds of cases + 1994 + 1998. Served as a Magistrate in the Hamilton County court of Domestic Relations from 1998-Feb. 2005 where I heard thousands of cases.
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2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)
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Answer from Ted Berry:
As Judge it is imperative that I protect the rights and liberties of all citizens by not allowing for any predisposition that would taint the legal proceedings and cause harm to the defendant or plaintiff. Fairness in our courts begins with the belief that everyone is innocent until proven guilty of allegations that brought them into my courtroom. Treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to the court's appearance that everyone is getting a fair and equitable hearing. As Judge it is my responsibility to try and rehabilitate a first-time offender or incarcerate the multiple offender. Whichever, it is imperative for our justice system to protect our neighborhoods and communities.
Answer from Kendal M. Coes:
I maintain impartiality and avoid undue influence by keeping these issues mentally in the forefront of any matter of which I am a part. Based on my prior experience I have become very familiar with identifying potential issues that could be problematic once others realize that you are committed to being fair and honest, their conduct is usually tailored accordingly. It is up to me to set the tone and to be consistent. I work hard at being impartial and at trying to remember the "Golden Rule"
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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