118: Candidate Forum for Pct 1, Justice of the Peace, Rockwall County

Dates of Candidate Interviews
Tony Norton- January 11, 2022
Brian Tabor- January 14, 2022

Campaign Websites
Tony Norton- https://www.norton4jp1.net
Brian Tabor- https://taborforrockwall.com

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Candidate introductions & bio’s.
2:44 Brian Tabor
4:01 Tony Norton

1. Why are you running for Rockwall County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1?
6:28 Tony Norton
6:48 Brian Tabor

2. What do you consider to be the primary functions of this office?
7:50 Brian Tabor
10:25 Tony Norton

3. Though a Justice of the Peace holds court and makes judicial rulings based on Texas law, a law degree is not a necessary qualification for this office. How well do you understand Texas law and what experience do you have that demonstrates your understanding and ability to make rulings that protect the rights of citizens?
11:53 Tony Norton
14:54 Brian Tabor

4. How will you ensure objectivity in cases, particularly those where one party is represented by legal counsel and the other is not?
15:46 Brian Tabor
17:33 Tony Norton

5. What do you perceive as the greatest obstacles to justice, if any?
18:45 Tony Norton
19:57 Brian Tabor

6. What are your top priorities and what steps will you take to make sure these goals are achieved?
20:34 Brian Tabor
22:14 Tony Norton

7. Why should people vote for you over your opponent?
25:03 Tony Norton
28:39 Brian Tabor

8. Closing
32:46 Brian Tabor
34:09 Tony Norton

34:57 Bunker Bob’s Closing Comments