WILLIAM J. NELSON
WILLIAM J. NELSON
I recommend William J. Nelson for judicial office.
Response
Response Total
Yes
88.42%
252
No
11.58%
33
Total Respondents*
285
*Survey respondents were asked to comment only upon those candidates with whom they have had direct professional contact within the last four years. All questions were optional.
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION:
Education: Indiana University School of Law, 1984
Judicial Experience: Marion County Small Claims Court, Warren Township Division, 1994-2000 Marion Superior Court, Criminal Division 7, 2001- Present
Significant Legal Accomplishments: Marion County Community Corrections Advisory Board, 2001-Present; Currently Vice Chairman. Piloted and implemented the SCRAM program (Alcohol Monitoring System) in Indiana
Other Legal Involvement: Serve on the Forensic Diversion Commitee (responsible for developing and, hopefully, implementing, the program in Marion County); Indianapolis Bar Association Leadership Development Committee; Bar Leader Series Committee; Indianapolis Bar Association Criminal Modest Means Committee; Indianapolis Bar Foundation Board of Directors; Indianapolis Bar Foundation Distinguished Fellow
Personal Statement: I'm sure everyone is aware of my background, experience and reputation and can appreciate that I practiced Law for 15 years in my own Firm prior to taking the Bench. I think that says a lot, and truly means something to the Defense bar.
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How would you rate William J. Nelson on the following: Note: Totals in parentheses denote number of respondents | ||||||
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No | |
| This person is hard-working. |
2% |
6% |
20% |
31% |
38% (109) |
3% |
| This person is efficient. |
2% |
6% |
19% |
27% |
41% (117) |
5% |
| This person is ethical. | 3% (8) |
3% |
16% |
25% |
50% (144) |
2% |
| This person is impartial. | 3% (9) |
6% (17) |
16% (45) |
29% (83) |
43% (124) |
3% |
| This person correctly applies the law. | 2% (5) |
2% |
13% |
34% |
40% (114) |
5% |
| This person demonstrates the proper temperament and demeanor expected of a judge. | 3% (8) |
3% |
16% |
25% |
50% (144) |
0% |