Republican Jeff Lindsey is poised to become the next district attorney for Fremont, Chaffee, Custer and Park counties, running uncontested in the Nov. 5 presidential election.
Lindsey was also the only district attorney candidate for the 11th Judicial District on the June 25 Primary Election ballot after his challenger, Joanne Morando, withdrew. One-term incumbent Linda Stanley, whose office faced multiple investigations, opted not to seek re-election.
In the below Q&A, Lindsey shares his vision and plans for the office.
Q. What motivated you to run for district attorney of the 11th Judicial District?
A. I am motivated to serve my community, having been a prosecutor for over 27 years. It seems destiny has led me to becoming the District Attorney for the 11th JD. I am so excited to work and serve in the community that helped raise me. I have roots in Fremont and Custer counties. I have worked as a prosecutor in Chaffee, Park, Custer and Fremont counties. The office needs a strong and proven leader/ prosecutor like me to represent victims and law enforcement. I have heard from numerous residents across the four counties who are genuinely excited for me to take over as the District Attorney. They are ready for a positive change. I can't wait.
Q. Can you highlight a few key experiences as a prosecutor that have prepared you for the role of District Attorney?
A. In 2017, I received statewide recognition as the Colorado District Attorney Council faculty of the year. I have worked with and trained prosecutors across the state and nation. I have successfully prosecuted over 30 first-degree murder cases in my career. I have handled multiple critical incidents over my years of experience, making me an instant fit and I will follow in the shoes of other great prosecutors. I currently serve as a Chief Trial Deputy in the 10th (Pueblo) judicial district, having been promoted twice in less than three years.
Q. How do you view the role of a District Attorney in the justice system?
A. As a career prosecutor, I have noticed that the focus in our judicial system has shifted more toward social justice for defendants instead of justice and restitution for victims whose lives are impacted by crime. As District Attorney of the 11th Judicial District, I will work hard for victims to bring them justice by holding defendants accountable for their actions. I will build strong relationships with each law enforcement agency to keep every community and rural area in the 11th Judicial District safe.
Q. What are the most critical issues facing the 11th Judicial District, and how do you plan to address them?
A. The public has lost confidence in the District Attorney's Office. I intend to work hard and restore confidence, starting with law enforcement and victims. I will insist on following the rule of law in an ethical and aggressive manner. I intend to make the process of the district attorney's office more transparent and engage with local media in meaningful ways. The local governments (Boards of County Commissioners) have also lost faith in the district attorney's office. I will involve the local governments in the budget process and keep an open dialogue with them.
Q. Anything else you would like residents to know?
A. I have worked as an attorney for 29 years, and I have served as a prosecutor for 27. During my career, I have prosecuted every type of crime and provided justice to hundreds of victims. I have been a courtroom prosecutor and supervised scores of attorneys. As DA for the 11th Judicial District, I will retain and build a fully staffed, robust team of attorneys and strong office staff to serve all four counties in the district. My office will have dedicated liaisons to all law enforcement agencies, and I have the leadership to establish these connections. Before deciding to run for DA, I met with all four County Sheriffs and the five Chiefs of Police. They all support my candidacy.
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