Garfield Heights Municipal Court Election 2011: Candidate Deborah J. Nicastro

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Name: Deborah J. Nicastro

Age: 57

Education: Independence High School, Cleveland State University, Case Western Reserve School of Law

Occupation: Garfield Heights Municipal Court Judge

Political Affiliation: Democrat

Previous office experience: Garfield Heights Municipal Court Judge

Office sought: Garfield Heights Municipal Court Judge (incumbent)

Candidate Statement: 

Fortunately for the residents of Brecksville, less than 5% of the court's caseload originates in Brecksville. No Brecksville taxpayer's dollars go to support the court which is financially self-sufficient by reason of sound fiscal management. My goal for the next term is to continue good fiscal management while providing a fair and equal 1) forum for resolution of civil disputes and 2) justice in criminal and traffic matters.