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Forest holds a bachelor's degree in political science and government from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and a law degree from the University of Akron School of Law.  

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Forrest previously worked as an attorney at his own law firm before merging his practice with another firm in Medina, creating the Law Firm of Jones, Thompson & Funk, L.P.A. He served in the US Air Force for 8 years. 

Medina County Prosecutor

S Forrest Thompson currently serves as the Medina County Prosecutor. He was elected to this position in 2016 and is serving his 2nd term. 

As the Medina County Prosecutor, Thompson reviews the charges individuals are arrested for, determines which cases and charges will be tried in court, drafts and files documents and warrants, prosecutes criminal charges on behalf of the government, and provides sentencing recommendations for convicted felons.

As a solo attorney at his own law firm, Thompson researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal, civil, domestic, probate, estate planning, elder law, and probate litigation.

- As the Medina County Prosecutor, Thompson reviews the charges individuals are arrested for, determines which cases and charges will be tried in court, drafts and files documents and warrants, prosecutes criminal charges on behalf of the government, and provides sentencing recommendations for convicted felons.
- As a solo attorney at his own law firm, Thompson researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal, civil, domestic, probate, estate planning, elder law, and probate litigation.

Legal Experience

Developed policies to address opiate use with law enforcement by focusing on accountability and treatment rather than incarceration and granting opportunities for users "who honestly want to break the cycle of drug abuse."

Supports harshly prosecuting drug dealers, saying "the best way to combat drugs is to stop the flow of drugs...".

Promised to "give ALL victims of crime a voice because for years, too many went unheard."

Wants to ensure all crime victims and their families "regain a sense of dignity and safety to hold those who commit crimes fully accountable."

Initiated litigation against large drug manufacturers on behalf of Medina County.

Established a multi-step policy, including a new program, Back on Track, aimed at aggressively pursuing unpaid child support cases.

- Developed policies to address opiate use with law enforcement by focusing on accountability and treatment rather than incarceration and granting opportunities for users "who honestly want to break the cycle of drug abuse."
- Supports harshly prosecuting drug dealers, saying "the best way to combat drugs is to stop the flow of drugs...".
- Promised to "give ALL victims of crime a voice because for years, too many went unheard."
- Wants to ensure all crime victims and their families "regain a sense of dignity and safety to hold those who commit crimes fully accountable."
- Initiated litigation against large drug manufacturers on behalf of Medina County.
- Established a multi-step policy, including a new program, Back on Track, aimed at aggressively pursuing unpaid child support cases.

Criminal Justice

Replaced office hardware and software and bought an art file case management and operating system designed for prosecutors and law enforcement to address a lack of office technology.

Prioritized addressing elder abuse and financial exploitation cases.

- Replaced office hardware and software and bought an art file case management and operating system designed for prosecutors and law enforcement to address a lack of office technology.
- Prioritized addressing elder abuse and financial exploitation cases.

Consumer Protection

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MEDINA COUNTY DEMONCRATIC PARTY, 2024 Candidates

Ralph earned a bachelor's degree in engineering from Fenn College of Engineering and a law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. 

Ralph co-founded a technology law firm, Walker & Jocke, where he works as an attorney. 

Ballotpedia, Ralph Jocke

Ralph Jocke's campaign for county prosecutor is his first run for public office.

Walker & Jocke Co., LPA, Ralph Jocke

As an attorney, specializes in patents in computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering.

- As an attorney, specializes in patents in computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering.

Plans to prosecute offenders equally regardless of background.

- Plans to prosecute offenders equally regardless of background.

Wants to eliminate government corruption statewide, saying "Ohio is #1 – In Government Corruption."

Said "People who cannot...draft a simple contract will not be allowed to approve County contracts spending millions of dollars of your tax money."

- Wants to eliminate government corruption statewide, saying "Ohio is #1 – In Government Corruption."
- Said "People who cannot...draft a simple contract will not be allowed to approve County contracts spending millions of dollars of your tax money."

Ralph Jocke

- County Prosecutors are attorneys that handle criminal and civil legal action for the people in their county. The County Prosecutor can choose the cases they want to take.
- County Prosecutors can also represent the state if the state is being sued. 
- They also have the discretion of whether or not to bring charges against arrested people, whether or not to seek jail time, or whether or not to send individuals to pre-trial diversion programs. 
- The County Prosecutor advises cities, townships, boards, departments, and county officials on legal matters. 
- County Prosecutors are elected to terms of 4 years. There are no term limits for this office. 