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Layne promises to bring all of his knowledge, experience, patience, compassion and common sense into the courtroom to
ensure justice is done. He will employ his communication skills, even temperament, and sense of humor, to effectively
deal with people in high stress situations. Layne is decisive, and does not shy away from making difficult decisions.
He is firm and tough when the situation calls for it.
Layne believes that a good trial judge follows the law, and does not invent or ignore it. A good trial judge applies
the law without interjecting his ego into the proceedings and is a steward of the courtroom. Layne pledges to be a
diligent public servant.
People need to feel that our system of justice is fair, that they had an opportunity to be heard, and that the judge
listened, followed the law, and ruled on the merits.
If elected, J. Layne Smith promises:
1. To be prepared;
2. To be respectful to counsel, parties, witnesses and jurors alike;
3. To be fair, impartial, and open minded;
4. To listen;
5. To follow the law; and
6. To rule promptly.
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