September 3, 2010
Endorsements
"I have always found Alex Gardner to be a top-notch guy. He is what an ideal prosecutor should be: Honest, consistent, and yet able to keep perspective and not let a case get "personal" to the point it precludes resolution of a matter. I think Alex has the force of personality to lead the office, and will do well."
— Russell Barnett III,
Defense Attorney
"Alex is the right person to keep Junction City and all of Lane County safe! His impeccable record, ethical standards and willingness to take on the toughest issues make him the best candidate."
— Laddie “Ken” Hancock,
Police Management
"We believe Alex Gardner is the right choice for district attorney. Three reasons to vote for Alex Gardner:
1. Experience: Alex has already successfully run the Eugene DA's office in the past.
2. Results: Alex has a successful track record prosecuting criminals to keep our community safe.
3. Integrity: Alex has a strong moral compass to run the DA's office with high ethical standards."
— Albert and Elida Roy,
Eugene School of Karate
 

Biography — Quick Facts


"A good prosecutor has the judgment, confidence, character and independence to allow a second chance when good people make bad choices, and the strength, skill and determination to drop the hammer on the worst offenders who threaten our community safety."

Career Highlights

  • Chief Deputy District Attorney, 2005 to present
  • Lane County District Attorney, 2004
  • Lane County Prosecutor since 2001
  • Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, 1994-1996
  • Douglas County Deputy District Attorney, 1991-2000
  • Graduate Teaching Fellow & Research Assistant, 1987-1988
  • Scuba instructor 1983-1990
  • Volunteer Medic and Dive-Rescue Specialist, 1982-1985
  • Outdoor Leadership School Team Leader

Professional Accomplishments

  • Prosecuted an estimated 10,000 criminal cases
  • Secured convictions of many of Oregon’s most violent criminals, including Jesse Fanus, who murdered Marine Corps Major General Marion Carl in 1998
  • After taking office as District Attorney, reduced expenses to balance budget
  • Introduced “Bounceback” program that collects thousands of dollars monthly for victims of bounced checks
  • Elected president of the County Prosecuting Attorneys Association, 2002

Education

  • Bachelor's degree, psychology, University of Oregon, 1986
  • Master's degree, biology, University of Oregon, 1988
  • Doctor of jurisprudence (law) degree, University of Oregon, 1991

Community Service

  • Eugene Downtown Rotary member
  • Child Advocacy Center board member
  • Public Safety Coordinating Council, 2004
  • Guest speaker/instructor for:
  • Oregon Police Academy
  • University of Oregon School of Law
  • Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association
  • Eugene Regional Police Academy

Family

  • Married 22 years
  • Wife, Karin, owns a landscape contracting business
  • Twin teenage sons