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Office sought
District Court Judge - 18th Judicial District

Occupation
Attorney at law

Age
60

Address
P O Box 21242, Greensboro, NC 27420-1242

Web site and e-mail
barbaraattorney@bellsouth.net

Education
BS Biology N. C. Agricultural and Technical College
JD Rutgers The State of New Jersey School of Law at Camden

Elective experience
Clerk of Superior Court of Guilford County

Professional credentials (specialized training or experience)
Certified arbitrator for the 18th Judicial District

Family
Mother of three children and grandmother of two granddaughters

Why I am running
I have a desire for public service in the judicial system

What distinguishes me most from my opponent?
Experience

Key qualifications
Fairness, open-mindedness, working knowledge of the law in cases in district court

Are you qualified to preside in every court or willing to gain the necessary qualifications?
Yes

Where do you see the greatest shortcomings in District Court, and how could they be corrected?
Lack of courtroom space and offices for judicial personnel, which is being improved with new construction in progress

Does everyone receive equal justice in District Court, regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, language, income or legal representation? If not, what measures could help?
The quality of justice in district court is contingent on the quality of evidence presented to the judge by attorneys or individuals appearing without counsel and the judge's application of the law without bias.

In criminal matters, is enough done to ensure that dangerous offenders aren't released prior to trial with insufficient supervision?
Yes

How can the court help steer troubled young people away from gangs of further criminal activity?
The court can fully utilize all programs available to it that are available in the community as well as all alternative sentencing programs available in the judicial system.

What are common mistakes judges make, and how can you avoid them?
Judges should maintain a judicial demeanor at all times in and out of curt when handling cases and dealing with the bar and citizens.

How can voters judge your abilities?
Voters can judge me by my past and present contributions to the community and the judicial system.