Pinal County isn’t just where I serve—it’s home.
It always has been.
I was born and raised here, and this community has shaped every part of who I am. I started out working in the fields and later worked alongside my family in our farm labor contracting business—experiences that taught me at an early age the value of hard work, responsibility, and earning everything you have.
In 1983, I joined the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office as a detention officer, beginning a career dedicated to serving and protecting the people of this county. In 1985, I attended Central Arizona College – CARLOTA, completing my law enforcement training, and became a deputy in 1986—continuing a lifelong commitment to giving back to the community that raised me.
Over the course of my career, I served on the front lines as a deputy, SWAT team sniper, commander, and for 17 years worked undercover in narcotics—operating in dangerous, high-risk environments to protect our community and keep our streets safe. I also served in every criminal investigation division and spent 22 years as a volunteer firefighter, answering the call when our community needed help most. In those roles, I saw people at their best—and sometimes at their worst—and learned how important it is to treat everyone with dignity and respect.
Throughout my career, I completed hundreds of hours of specialized law enforcement training, along with leadership and professional management courses—preparation that continues to shape how I serve our community from the bench today.
Beyond my career, I’ve always believed in being part of the community I serve. I’ve had the privilege of coaching Little League, staying active in my Catholic faith, and serving in leadership roles within the court as a past Presiding Justice of the Peace. When I wasn’t on the bench, I also served as a pro tem judge and Special Master IA judge.
This is also where I raised my children to be good citizens—grounded in respect, integrity, and doing what’s right. It’s where my grandchildren are growing up—attending school, working, and many are becoming part of the same community that shaped me. And it’s here that my wife and I have built our life together, surrounded by the people, values, and traditions that mean the most to us.
In 2014, I retired from law enforcement to run for Justice of the Peace when Judge Lorona announced her retirement.
When first elected, I attended the Limited Jurisdiction Judges Orientation Program in 2015 and again upon taking office in 2023. I also participate annually in the Arizona Judicial Conference, Judicial Traffic Conferences, and the Limited Jurisdiction Judges Association Conferences. I am committed to ongoing education and professional development to better serve our community.
My Promise is Simple
As your Justice of the Peace, I bring that commitment—along with a lifetime of real-world experience—to the bench. I understand that every case represents real people and real families. My past in law enforcement has helped shape my values, but it does not determine my decisions. On the bench, I follow the law, uphold the Constitution, and ensure every person who comes before me is treated fairly.
I am committed to protecting victims, safeguarding the rights of defendants, and ensuring every person who comes before me is treated fairly, with dignity and respect. I have worked hard to ensure my court operates efficiently, stays current on its caseload, and provides timely resolutions for the people we serve.
I’m running for reelection because I care deeply about our communities, the same communities where I raised my children, and where my wife and I have built our life. It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve you, and I will continue working every day to keep your trust.
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