Candidate for
District Justice; Magisterial District Court; District 32-2-37

I am a homeowner in Darby Borough and I reside at 206 Highland Avenue. I am the father of two lovely daughters, Soledad and Sonia. I am a member of Mount Zion AME Church in Darby.

I am seeking the Office of Magisterial District Judge. I was a Sergeant in the Yeadon Police Department and I recently retired after 25 years. My experience in both District Court and Common Pleas Court over the years is extensive and I ensured that Justice was served and individuals rights were protected in thousands of cases. Now I feel it's time to sit on the other side of the Bench and continue that service for the residents of Darby.

My Goal

To Seek justice, Foster public trust and confidence in an independent judiciary, Provide high quality courteous service to all users of the Darby District Court by processing cases and resolving disputes in a manner that reflects my commitment to open access to the courts, fairness, impartiality, administrative efficiency, fiscal responsibility and public accountability.

Education

1977 Cheyney University - BA - Political Science 1980 Pennsylvania State Police Academy 1980 Delaware County Police Academy 1987 West Chester University - MS - Criminal Justice 1995 FBI National Academy

Community and Civic Organizations

NAACP - Membership Chairman - Darby Area Unit #2258 Prince Hall Masons - Rose of Sharon Lodge - Darby Cheyney State Alumni Association - Member Fraternal Order of Police - Lodge 27 - Delaware County

EMPLOYMENT

State Police Patrolman - Pennsylvania State Police šPerformed the tasks and duties of a patrol officer on the State Highways of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Constantly vigilant and alert to violations of laws and ordinances and made every effort to prevent breaches of the peace and offenses against persons, and property. Responsible for crime, accidents, disorder and other criminal conditions within assigned patrol area.

Sergeant - Yeadon Police Department Performed the tasks and duties of Sergeant in addition to issuing citations, incident reports, serving warrants, performing preliminary investigations, reconstructing accident scenes, obtaining and securing items of evidence. Supervised patrol squads and made decisions concerning police activities and functions. Closely supervised the activities of subordinates. Exercised direct command in a manner that ensured the good order, conduct, discipline and efficiency of subordinates. Enforced departmental rules and regulations and ensured compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Was responsible for inspection of activities, personnel equipment and initiation of suitable action in the event of a failure, error, violation, misconduct or negligence on the part of any subordinate. Assumed the command and direction of police personnel in such a manner as to assure the most orderly and efficient accomplishment of the police task. At times, was responsible for conducting preliminary investigations establishing the reports as factual, protecting the crime scenes, making proper notifications, arrest the perpetrators, detain and identify witnesses and safeguard evidence. In addition, took photographs, drawings, and statements, identified witnesses etc.

CERTIFICATIONS

83 - Polygraph Personnel Research School - Certified Polygraphist

Licensed in proficiency in the studies and exercises in Polygraph and the Art of Lie Detection.

Robbery/Burglary Investigation

Drug Law Enforcement and Investigation

Certified use of N.I.K. System -
Polytesting Narcotics Screening & Identification training

First Responder, Hazardous Materials
Certified in Automatic Pistol Familiarization Course.

Police Instructor for Police Firearms Training

Completion of course of instruction afforded by the FBI National Academy

Fitness Challenge Award for excellence in Physical Achievement

Managing Death Investigations.

Death Investigation

Professional Training Session.

In Service Course on Child Exploitation.

Identification and Field Testing Controlled Substances

Police Firearms Instructors Training.

AWARDS, CITATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS

1984 - Courage and Valor Commendation - Yeadon Police Dept.

1985 - Courage, Professionalism and Dedication Commendation - Darby Police Dept.

1985 - Life Saving Recognition - Yeadon Police Dept.

1997 - Hero Recognition Award - Penn Wood West Junior High School

2002 - Courage and Valor Commendation - Yeadon Police Dept.

2002 - Bravery Commendation - Darby Police Dept.

2002 - Professionalism and Dedication Commendation Yeadon Police Dept.

2004 - Outstanding Service and Exemplary Conduct Commendation

Yeadon Police Dept.

2005 - Outstanding Professionalism, Assistance, Compassion and Dedication Commendation - Yeadon Police Department

2005 - Citation of Commendation for Outstanding Service and Exemplary Conduct - Pennsylvania House of Representatives

2006 - Public Service Hero Award of Valor - National Liberty Award

2007 - Spirit of Yeadon Community Service Award