M Elizabeth Polston

Question 1

List your judicial experience (courts and years)

I have tried cases and been in the courtrooms of the Hamilton County Courthouse almost every day for the last 14 years.  I know what should and should not happen in a courtroom and I am prepared to take the bench and provide just decisions for the people of Hamilton County.

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Question 2

What non-judicial legal experience qualifies you to be a judge?

As a Prosecutor, I have spent thousands of hours in the courtroom both trying my own cases and watching others advocate. Trial court experience is an asset for an Appellate Court Judge because you are reviewing cases at the trial level. I have advocated on behalf of the State and victims in Hamilton County and I have seen how difficult it is for victims to accept unfair decisions. I believe it is crucial for judges to simply follow the law and avoid making outcome-driven decisions.

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Question 3

Why are you running for this particular court seat?

I am running for this seat to be a Judge who follows the law as it is written. This is crucial at the Court of Appeals level because the decisions set precedent and effect the outcomes of future cases.

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