Welcome to my website, and thank you for taking time to learn more about my candidacy. You can also learn more about me on my YouTube channel: JohnDaltonforJudge, on my Facebook campaign page: John G. Dalton, or by following me on Twitter at @DaltonForJudge.   

My name is John Dalton, and I'm running for Kane County Circuit Court Judge, Second Subcircuit, which is a resident judge representing the voters of the eastern portions of Elgin and Dundee Townships (See map of 2nd Subcircuit below). I'm running because the people of Kane County deserve to have judges they can rely on to uphold the integrity of the law. As a Circuit Court Judge, I will use my education and experience to render fair and independent decisions.

I believe the role of a judge is to be nonpartisan, follow the law, and treat every single person fairly, with dignity and respect.

I will work hard to protect the rights of Kane County citizens, remaining a fair and independent voice for the people. I will use my background as an arbitrator for 10 years and trial attorney for 24 years, to preserve a safe and just community.

This community has given me a great deal, and I believe that serving as judge is an opportunity to give back to the people of Kane County. I will work hard to implement practices that save time and money, without sacrificing justice.

I will not accept campaign contributions from lawyers or organizations representing lawyers. Taking contributions from lawyers creates a conflict of interest. Those same lawyers may appear before me in court, and that’s not ethical. The citizens of Kane County have the right to a fair trial and an impartial judge. Accepting contributions from attorneys would bring my independence and integrity into question.

According to a report published recently by The Brennan Center for Justice, “…over two-thirds of citizens and nearly half of state judges believe that campaign contributions influence judge’s decisions…” The report, Fair Courts: Setting Recusal Standards, cited studies of judicial rulings in Ohio and Louisiana which showed a strong correlation between campaign contributions and judicial decisions.

On November 6, 2012, I ask that you vote John G. Dalton for Kane County Circuit Court Judge, Second Subcircuit. 

Please consider supporting me by volunteering and by joining my online campaign. 

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

John Dalton