Dennis P. Will

Will, 67, has led the Lorain County Prosecutor’s Office for the past 15 years and previously served as Lorain County assistant prosecutor and as an officer in the Elyria Police Department, attaining the rank of captain.

Will wrote in his Morning Journal questionnaire that if re-elected for another term, he will continue working to address recent legislative changes shifting financial burdens to local governments and targeted community control alternatives to prison.

“I have sought to use a multi-pronged approach to address these issues,” Will wrote. “My office continually monitors ongoing changes in the law and alters its procedures and updates law enforcement on legal concepts as necessary.

“Moreover, through my position on the legislative committee of the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association, I consistently advocate for legislative changes that would best serve our county’s needs while opposing changes that would harm its citizens. I will continue to use these and all other available avenues to serve our county as its elected prosecutor.

“Given my history of service in law enforcement and prosecution, I offer voters dedication, experience, determination and proven ability in this upcoming election.”

The prosecutor has an annual salary of $115,703.

The winner of the March 17 Democratic primary will face Republican Robert J. Gargasz in the November general election.

Age: 67 Profession: Prosecuting Attorney Education: associate’s degree, Lorain County Community College; bachelor’s degree, Heidelberg College; juris doctor, Cleveland State University Elected experience: Lorain County Prosecutor, 2005-present