Tom Quinlan

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Tom Quinlan was a candidate for the Position 17 seat on the Pierce County Superior Court in Washington. He was defeated in the general election on November 8, 2016.

Biography

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Quinlan is a lieutenant colonel and judge advocate with the U.S. Army Reserve.[1]

Campaign themes

2016

Quinlan provided the following statement for the Washington general election voters pamphlet:

Make a difference by choosing the most fair and experienced candidate. Tom Quinlan is a fair decision-maker with knowledge and balanced experience in all areas of the law that the Superior Court handles. He is rated “Exceptionally Well Qualified” by the Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association and Minority Bar – their highest ratings.

The Superior Court handles felony crimes and is critical to ensuring public safety. As a JAG, Lieutenant Colonel Quinlan is a leader with unmatched experience, prosecuting serious offenders including sexual assault and domestic violence cases, protecting soldiers and families, and ensuring that our military meets the highest standards. We can trust Tom Quinlan to keep our communities safe.

Born, raised, and educated here, Tom is committed to our community. His service includes advocating for children who are victims of human trafficking. Tom is determined to give back to the community that gave him opportunity.[2][3]

—Tom Quinlan (2016)

Elections

2016

See also: Washington local trial court judicial 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. Karena Kirkendoll defeated Tom Quinlan in the Pierce Superior Court nonpartisan general election for Position 17.[4]

Pierce Superior Court, Position 17 General Election, 2016
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.png Karena Kirkendoll 52.66% 149,416
Tom Quinlan 47.34% 134,303
Total Votes 283,719
Source: Washington Secretary of State, "November 8, 2016 General Election Results," accessed November 13, 2016

Karena Kirkendoll and Tom Quinlan defeated David Ladenburg in the Pierce Superior Court nonpartisan primary for Position 17.[4]

Pierce Superior Court, Position 17 Nonpartisan Primary, 2016
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.png Karena Kirkendoll 37.79% 47,182
Green check mark transparent.png Tom Quinlan 32.00% 39,951
David Ladenburg 30.20% 37,705
Total Votes 124,838
Source: Pierce County Auditor, "August 2, 2016 Primary," accessed August 3, 2016

Selection method

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Endorsements

2016

Quinlan received the following endorsements in 2016:[5]

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