Alphonso (Al) Manns

Monroe County Circuit Judge, Seat 3 Candidate

Manns graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, Tenn., in 1964 and later from the IU School of Law in 1972. He earned a Master of Public Affairs degree from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs in 1975.

He has served in the U.S. Army and worked as the director of human relations at IU. Manns has been in private law practice with offices in Monroe County since 1980.

“An important county issue is whether we are able to ensure that our public schools are capable of providing a full range of opportunities for each student to have an excellent education and participation in extra-curriculum activities. 

MCCSC (Monroe County Community School Corporation) is presently participating with the Monroe County Prosecutor and the Truancy Court to work with students and parents to keep children in school. Perhaps, the court can similarly assist with the potential problem of bullying. School curriculum should include courses in civic
education.

The court system may be improved with innovative ways of case management, use of electronic media, provision for private voluntary mediation and a trained cadre of court appointed guardians for disabled senior citizens who are without qualified family representation. I encourage community effort to reduce domestic violence and recidivism.

An advisory citizens’ board to consult and make recommendations to the board of judges and an education project administered by the board of judges for citizens to learn about the court system may bring about improved understanding about the quality of justice.

A rational inquiry to assess the quality of justice in the county may assist in identifying and finding solutions to potential problems, reduction of costs and accountability.”

— Matthew Glowicki