Qualifications: What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
ISSUES: What are the two (2) most pressing issues that you will face in the office that you seek? Describe your specific plans/ideas for addressing these issues.
James Hu
My candidacy is defined by nearly a decade of high-level litigation and leadership within the criminal justice system. I currently serve as a Chief Assistant District Attorney, where I supervise prosecutors and manage a complex caseload. My experience spans the entire judicial spectrum. I have handled everything from misdemeanor traffic violations to sophisticated federal fraud cases as a former Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of Texas. Beyond the courtroom, I obtained both JD and MBA degrees from the University of Houston. This background provides me with the unique advantage of making decisive, informed rulings and also the organizational expertise to manage a high-volume docket.
First, County Criminal Courts offer a critical window to intervene in low-level offenses before they escalate. I am committed to revamping our diversion and community supervision programs to ensure they are more than just paperwork. When a defendant chooses a path toward rehabilitation, I will be a hands-on partner in their success—actively connecting them with resources and monitoring their progress to reduce recidivism and strengthen our community. Second, judicial efficiency in my courtroom will mean more than just processing paperwork. I will maintain a disciplined scheduling order and remain strictly neutral in plea negotiations, ensuring my focus stays on the law.
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