About this office
Judges in the higher courts get into office and stay in office in a different way than other elected officials. Judges for the Supreme Court are appointed and then confirmed. Voters are asked to vote on whether to keep the judge after confirmation, and again after every twelve years.
Candidates
You can vote yes or no on each of these 2 candidates.
Top 3 Priorities
- Decide cases fairly, impartially, and promptly
- Treat all persons equally
- Uphold the rule of law
Associate Justice, First District...
Top 3 Priorities
- Decide cases fairly, impartially, and promptly.
- Treat all persons equally.
- Uphold the rule of law.
1,130,781 votes (73.5%)WinningCheck For more in-depth information on this candidate, follow the links for each tab in this section. For most screenreaders, you can hit Return or Enter to enter a tab and read the content within.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Decide cases fairly, impartially, and promptly
Treat all persons equally
Uphold the rule of law
Experience
Experience
Profession:Associate Justice
Judge, San Francisco Superior Court — Appointed position (2005–2014)
Education
Harvard Law School — J.D. (1980)
Harvard University — A.B. (1976)
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Associate Justice, First District Court of Appeal.
1,006,555 votes (66.4%)WinningCheckFor more in-depth information on this candidate, follow the links for each tab in this section. For most screenreaders, you can hit Return or Enter to enter a tab and read the content within.
Candidate has provided information.
My Top 3 Priorities
Decide cases fairly, impartially, and promptly.
Treat all persons equally.
Uphold the rule of law.
Who gave money to this candidate?
More information about contributions
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.