Frederick John Marello, Weirton

AGE – 52 .

WHAT ARE THE DUTIES OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT?

Circuit Clerk is the Judicial recordkeeper for the county as well as the administrator of the Jury.  It is an officer position defined in the WV Constitution.  All duties are created by the legislature and accountable to the WV Attorney General and the people I serve.

WHAT EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION DO YOU HAVE THAT YOU BELIEVE QUALIFIES YOU FOR THE POSITION?

I bring a fresh perspective.  I also have a detailed eye and high level of organization from managing in automotive dealerships in Silicon Valley, this directly translates to expedient operations.  I want to have a positive impact on our judicial process and that is what a vote for me will do for you. My passion for the judicial process comes from my passion for public safety.  My work ethic is adhering to specifications and fractional tolerances to ensure public safety.

WHAT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OF THE WORKING OF THE OFFICE IS NECESSARY TO ENSURE    TRIALS ARE CONDUCTED WITHOUT RESULTING IN A MISTRIAL?

Specifically, since I will be freshly trained, all processes that have existed, will be checked for compliance and common sense.  Choosing a Jury and the process of a jury trial is a mix of art and science.  The art of communicating with people and the science of keeping opinion and fact separate.  I have both skills, catch on fast, and know where to find answers if I need them.  Our Judicial Teams are professionals, and I will be proud to be a positive part of that.The election for circuit clerk will be decided in the Primary Election on May 10.  Between Election and Inauguration, there will be 6 months to attend State trainings and collaborate with Judicial professionals to plan my work. Thank you for reading, I ask for your vote on May 10.