John M. Spears

Democratic Party Winner

100% (7,072 of 7,072) Primary votes

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10th Circuit - Peoria County

EXPERIENCE

Tazewell County Assistant Public Defender: 2021 - Present
Adjunct Professor Illinois Central College: 2022 - Present
Peoria County Assistant State's Attorney: 2015 - 2021

EDUCATION

Illinois State University: B.A. - 2010
Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley School of Law: J.D. - 2013

RATINGS/RECOMMENDATIONS

2024 Illinois State Bar Association's Advisory Committee Result:

John M. Spears – Not Recommended

Number of Respondents	48
Criteria	Score
Meets Requirements Of Office	51.16
Integrity	93.62
Impartiality	86.96
Legal Ability	46.67
Temperament	95.65
Court Management	88.89
Health	95.83
Sensitivity	95.65

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CAMPAIGN FINANCE

Total contributions since April 1, 2023: $3,150

Top 5 Donors

Donor	Total amount	Latest Date
Teamsters Local 627	$500	10/20/2023
Daniel Cusack, PC	$500	10/7/2023
Plumbers Local Union 63 PAC	$500	10/7/2023
Steamfitters Local #353 P.E.C.	$500	10/7/2023
Boilermakers Local 60	$250	10/20/2023

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