Justice of the Peace Kristel Ann Foster at DGT

by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Join us on Zoom on March 30th at Noon for a discussion of the role of the Justice Courts in our civic and personal lives, and the candidacy for re-election of Hon. Kristel Ann Fosterfor Judge, Pima County Justice Court, Precinct 8. Judge Foster will discuss these matters with us and take questions from the attendees.

You Must Register in Advance for this Event:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jrZwEhF-T6SeaV0LjEBCIg

Judge Foster’s campaign says:

Kristel Ann Foster was elected as a Justice of the Peace in 2022 and is up for re-election in 2026. Along with overseeing civil cases and a range of misdemeanor criminal cases, like DUIs, shoplifting and speed racing, Kristel Ann presides over the Pima County Domestic Violence Specialty Court. This court serves defendants with second offenses or more serious charges of misdemeanor domestic violence. Judge Foster communicates weekly with local providers who support defendants in completing state mandated domestic violence treatment sessions. She requires defendants report back to court multiple times for compliance throughout their terms of probation and engages them in conversation around
what they are learning and what impact this work is having on their lives.

Judge Foster assures justice prevails, and prioritizes services and supports, not just penalties and punishment. She takes time to make sure everyone understands and that everyone leaves with more information than when they arrived. She follows the law and assures any interpretation is not skewed in favor or against any kind of individuals. Ultimately, Kristel Ann honors the guiding principle that we are innocent until proven guilty and treats everyone with the respect and kindness that this deserves.

More information at https://www.fosterjusticepeace.com/

Carolyn’s note: Prior to running for JP, Kristel served 2 terms on TUSD Governing Bd. (2013 to 2020). She was elected JP in Nov. 2022 for Precinct 8.