In May of 2019, I was appointed to the bench of the Wilton Town Court following the retirement of the Honorable Gerald Worth after his forty-plus years of dedicated service to the Town of Wilton. It is a privilege to serve as your Wilton Town Justice, and a true honor to follow the legacy of Judge Worth. I am on the ballot this election season and believe that I have the experience and qualifications necessary to earn your vote and continue serving our Wilton community as your
Town Justice.
Every aspect of my professional career – from my time as an attorney in private practice representing individuals in criminal and civil cases, to being a Saratoga County prosecutor and as a member of the judiciary has prepared and given me the experience necessary to honor the commitment to justice that is required as your town judge.
Since taking the bench I have worked tirelessly to ensure that the interests of justice are served and that all persons coming before the Court are treated with dignity, respect and fundamental fairness. I have been designated as an “Accessible Magistrate” available to handle “Raise the Age” Juvenile Justice matters. I have been (and will continue to be) readily available to accommodate requests by the law enforcement community for all-hours arraignments. Although some changes have already come online, in January of 2020 many changes to the law will take place in terms of discovery and bail. I am prepared for and have the training necessary to be ready for these changes and to keep the work of the Court going without issue or interruption.
We have a wonderful team in place, and I would appreciate your vote and the opportunity to continue the good work and justice that is the hallmark of our Court.
- Matthew Coseo
