Richard E. Trodden* (D)

Richard E. Trodden

Office Sought: Commonwealth's Attorney
Age: 63
Residence: Barcroft.
Education: BA, history, George Mason University; JD, Georgetown University Law Center.
Occupation: Commonwealth's Attorney, Arlington/Falls Church.
Web site: None given.
E-mail address: None given.
Offices and positions held: Commonwealth's attorney, 1993-present; past president, Arlington County Bar Association; past chairman, Arlington Bar Foundation; past president, Virginia Association of Commonwealth's Attorneys; member, Board of Governors, Criminal Law Section, Virginia State Bar; member, Virginia State Crime Commission; chairman, Arlington Alcohol Safety Action Program.

Why should voters elect you?

"I am an experienced prosecutor who is dedicated to fair, effective and efficient prosecution."

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?

"The most urgent problem facing the criminal justice system in Arlington and Falls Church is the growth of identity theft and related issues."

What is your plan to address the traffic problems in Virginia?

*NR*

Do you think current policies governing growth & development in your area are too restrictive, not restrictive enough or just right?

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