Elect Thomas Beach for Sarasota County Judge, Group 3
Qualifications
- Sarasota/Manatee resident for more than one-quarter century
- Education:
- Eckerd College - BA in American Studies
- Regent University School of Law - JD Law
- Military Veteran - United States Navy - 6 years
- Small business owner
- Husband, father, and grandfather
- Practicing assistant public defender for the people of the State of Florida.
- Litigated and managed a caseload in Manatee and Sarasota counties numbering in the thousands
- Community volunteer at local schools, churches, community organizations, teen court, and the guardian ad litem program.
Serve with Honor
Tom's commitment to serving others motivated him to pursue law as a second career. Since 2002, Tom has been a practicing assistant public defender for the people of the State of Florida. He is a military veteran, church and community volunteer and dedicated family man. Tom brings a tradition of service to the bench and will honorably serve this community as the next Sarasota County Judge.
Lead with Experience
Tom is an effective leader and faces challenges head on. He spends more time in the courtroom than most criminal and civil attorneys and has participated at every level of Sarasota County criminal court. Tom works closely with law enforcement and the State Attorney's Office to resolve cases. As a Judge, Tom will ensure a well run and efficient courtroom saving Sarasota County money and time.
Commitment to uphold the Law
During these uncertain times of budget cuts and staff shortages, Tom's commitment is to be sensitive to the needs of courtroom personnel yet administer justice with fairness. His campaign for Judge is motivated by the fact that the people of Sarasota County want justice in the court system and not legislation from the bench. Tom is the right person for the job and asks for your vote. He will serve with honor and lead from experience with a commitment to FAITH FAMILY AND JUSTICE.

