Arapahoe County Judge Ethan Feldman left the bench after 20 years on December 31, 2011 and today formally announced his candidacy for District Attorney in the 18th Judicial District, encompassing Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties.

"Having spent nearly four decades as a prosecutor, an attorney in private practice, and a judge, I have devoted my career to keeping our community safe, respecting the law, and seeking justice for victims of crime," said Feldman. "I am running for District Attorney because I have the experience, knowledge, and the proven record of leadership to revitalize the DA's Office so that we may more effectively prosecute offenders, promote community safety, and protect victims," Feldman added.

Ethan Feldman received his law degree from the University of Denver. In

1974 he was hired as a Deputy District Attorney in the 18th District and was later promoted to Chief Deputy District Attorney. He tried approximately 70 jury trials, including 11 homicides, as a prosecutor. In 1980 he left the DA's office for private practice. In 1991, Feldman was appointed as an Arapahoe County Court Judge, a position in which he served nearly 20 years. He has been retained by the voters five times. For 6 of the last 10 years he was assigned to felony court where he had the initial responsibility for approximately 95% of the felony cases filed in Arapahoe County.

"Crime is not a political phenomenon. As your District Attorney, I won't play politics. I will lead with integrity and bring fairness and accountability to the District Attorney's office," Feldman said.

Ethan Feldman is running for the Democratic nomination for District Attorney in the 18th Judicial District. He is the only Democratic candidate. The primary election is June 26th and the general election is November 6th. For more information about Ethan Feldman's campaign go to:

http://www.feldmanforda.com/