Cindy Larsen
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Cindy Larsen is the Position 3 judge on the Snohomish County Superior Court in Washington. She won the seat in the general election on November 8, 2016.
Biography
Larsen earned her B.A. in communications and J.D. from the University of Washington. She has been a deputy prosecuting attorney for Snohomish County since 1997.[1]
Campaign themes
2016
Larsen submitted the following statement of political philosophy to Ballotpedia in July 2016:
| “ |
Integrity, dedication, and hard work are how I have defined my career as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Judge Pro Tem and mother of three children. I believe that all who come into the court house should be treated fairly, equally, and with dignity and compassion. As the next Snohomish County Superior Court Judge, I will carefully and scrupulously apply the law to the facts presented to me and render just, fair and timely decisions. I have the experience, intelligence, and demeanor needed to make a strong, respected Judge. [2] |
” |
| —Cindy Larsen (2016), [1] | ||
Additional themes
Larsen provided the following statement for the Washington general election voters pamphlet:
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Integrity, respect, dedication, hard work -- that is how I have represented the citizens of Snohomish County for the past 20 years, and will continue to represent them if elected as Snohomish County Superior Court Judge. As a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, I am a leader and mentor among colleagues. I have successfully prosecuted hundreds of cases, including murders and sexual assaults perpetrated against children. I am experienced in both criminal and civil law. This balance, along with my extensive courtroom experience, uniquely qualifies me to serve as Superior Court Judge. Working tirelessly to keep our communities safe for our children and families will be nothing new to me. I will ensure that all who appear before me are treated fairly and their rights well protected. I am widely endorsed by those I have worked closely with throughout my career, including: Sheriff Ty Trenary, Prosecutor Mark Roe, Judge Janice Ellis, many Snohomish County Superior Court Judges, District and Municipal Court Judges, Everett Police Chief, Arlington Police Officers’ Association, Snohomish County Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys' Association, John Lovick, Everett Mayor Ray Stephanson, Lynnwood Mayor Nicola Smith, and People for Safe and Healthy Communities.[3][2] |
” |
| —Cindy Larsen (2016) | ||
Elections
2016
Washington held general elections for local judicial offices on November 8, 2016. Candidates for district and superior court seats had to file for election by May 20, 2016. Primary elections were held on August 2, 2016, for six seats where more than two candidates filed for election. Cindy Larsen defeated Rico Tessandore in the Snohomish Superior Court nonpartisan general election for Position 3.[4]
| Snohomish Superior Court, Position 3 General Election, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Cindy Larsen |
50.98% | 148,097 |
| Rico Tessandore | 49.02% | 142,401 |
| Total Votes | 290,498 | |
| Source: Washington Secretary of State, "November 8, 2016 General Election Results," accessed November 13, 2016 | ||
Cindy Larsen and Rico Tessandore defeated Kevin Patrick McCabe and S. Richard Peterson in the Snohomish Superior Court nonpartisan primary for Position 3.[4]
| Snohomish Superior Court, Position 3 Nonpartisan Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Cindy Larsen |
44.83% | 55,712 |
| Rico Tessandore |
34.12% | 42,404 |
| Kevin Patrick McCabe | 13.66% | 16,980 |
| S. Richard Peterson | 7.38% | 9,172 |
| Total Votes | 124,268 | |
| Source: Snohomish County Auditor, "August 2, 2016 Primary," accessed August 3, 2016 | ||
Selection method
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Endorsements
2016
Larsen's endorsements in the 2016 primary campaign included the following organizations:[1]
- Snohomish County Prosecutor Mark Roe
- Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman
- Arlington Police Guild
- Lynnwood Mayor Nicola Smith
- Edmonds Police Chief Al Compaan
See also
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Biographical submission to Ballotpedia on July 2, 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2016 General Election Voters Pamphlet," accessed October 24, 2016
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Washington Secretary of State, "2016 Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 21, 2016
Federal courts:
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: Eastern District of Washington, Western District of Washington • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Eastern District of Washington, Western District of Washington
State courts:
Washington Supreme Court • Washington Court of Appeals • Washington Superior Court • Washington District Courts • Washington Municipal Courts
State resources:
Courts in Washington • Washington judicial elections • Judicial selection in Washington
