JACQUELINE R. MEDINA

Age: 54. Occupation: Attorney. Political affiliation: Democrat.

Education: Bachelor’s in political science, University of New Mexico, 1987; law degree, University of New Mexico School of Law, 1991.

Experience: Children’s Court attorney and assistant district attorney for 8th Judicial District in Taos, 1991-98; senior trial prosecutor, 8th Judicial District, 1999-2000; Office of the Attorney General Criminal Appeals Division attorney, 2000-17; state Supreme Court Appellate Rules Committee, 2015-present; currently has a contract reviewing officer-involved shootings in the 2nd Judicial District.

Personal: Born and raised in Taos; lives in Albuquerque. Married 21 years to Erik Storms, with 15-year-old daughter. Enjoys paddle boarding, kayaking, camping and hiking in the San Juan National Forest and elsewhere.

Why are you the best candidate for the post? “I am known across New Mexico for my extensive trial and appellate experience and for my commitment to the people of New Mexico. I bring the character, experience and professional skills that New Mexicans depend on from their judiciary. New Mexicans can count on my continued commitment to treating everyone with honesty, dignity and impartiality.”

What sets you apart from from your opponent? “I chose to dedicate over 24 years of my career to serving our community. … While working for the people of New Mexico, I gained extensive trial and appellate experience. … When my opponent and I submitted our applications to the Judicial Selection Commission in November 2016, I had already worked on over 150 appellate cases. My opponent reported having worked on 22 appeals.”

Criminal record: None.