Democrat Jon A. Schaefer Announces That He’s Running For Vanderburgh County Prosecuting Attorney
Yesterday Vanderburgh County resident, Jon A. Schaefer will file his declaration yesterday that he will seek the office of the Vanderburgh County Prosecuting Attorney
Schaefer has been with the Vanderburgh County Public Defender’s Agency for over 12 years, currently serving as Chief Counsel. He has tried many jury trials in the Vanderburgh County courts over the years.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the Peace Zone, Inc., a local peer-run mental health organization. He also teaches courses in criminology, courts, and legal ethics at the USI and UE.
Jon was born and raised in Haubstadt, Indiana. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree from USI, a master’s degree from Indiana State University, and a law degree from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. He is married to a wonderful wife, Jenny, and has two amazing children, Colby and Marley.
Schaefer said: “My father taught me that a person’s reputation, no matter what job they do, is absolutely crucial. The only worthy respect is the kind you earn. I have earned the valuable respect of my colleagues by being a knowledgeable, honest, trusted voice in and out of the courtroom. Vanderburgh County desperately needs someone who can repair the reputation of the Prosecutor’s Office by removing politics, restoring integrity, and leading by example. No one can uphold the law if they believe they are above it.â€
