Judging the Judges 2018: David J. Kaufman
Division 15
DAVID J. KAUFMAN
Age: 58
First elected: 2002
Law degree: University of Kansas
Current assignment: Criminal
Party: Republican
Next election: 2018 (unopposed)
Question | Total responses | Strongly agree | Agree | Neutral | Disagree | Strongly disagree | No opinion |
Is fair | 22 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Demonstrates knowledge of the law, including the rules of procedure and evidence | 22 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Communicates orally and in writing in a clear and logical manner | 22 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Clearly explains rulings | 22 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Is prepared for court | 22 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Is respectful, courteous and professional | 22 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Is punctual and demonstrates a fair work ethic | 22 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Applies the law appropriately | 22 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Treats people fairly without regard to race, gender, or sexual orientation | 22 | 16 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Is ethical | 22 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |