Candidate Profile: Steven Boa DeMoura, Probate Judge 45th District

BETHEL, CT — The 2022 election is heating up in Connecticut and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office. Eyes are primarily focused on the gubernatorial election, but every state representative and senate seat is up for grabs. All five of Connecticut's congressional seats, plus one U.S. Senate seat, are up for grabs as well.

Connecticut Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Steven Boa DeMoura, a Bethel resident, is running for probate judge in the 45th District which serves Bethel, Newtown, Redding and Ridgefield.

Party affiliation: Democrat

Education: BS in Business Administration and Juris Doctorate

Occupation: Attorney for 17 years

Family:Wife Kate (Kilian) DeMoura, three children Maxwell 9, Carter 8, Chloe 6.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government? No

Previous public office, appointive or elective: Currently on the Economic Development Commission in Bethel

Age: 43

Why are you seeking this office?

I want to give back to the community that has given me so much. I have the tools to be a strong servant for the community in probate court.

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ___, and this is what I intend to do about it.

As a Probate Judge I will make sure the court works efficiently, and that all people who come before the court have an opportunity to be heard.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I speak multiple languages and have extensive experience in probate court matters.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Be honest, be humble and work hard.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I am a member of the Greater Danbury Bar Association and past President of the Greater Danbury Bar Association.

Aside from spending time with family I enjoy helping coach various local youth sports. If elected I will work hard and serve the district well.