Family District Judge, 257th Judicial District
District courts are trial courts of general jurisdiction of Texas. They have original jurisdiction in felony criminal cases, divorce cases, cases involving title to land, election contest cases, civil matters in which the amount of money or damages involved is $200 or more, and any matters in which jurisdiction is not placed in another trial court.The courts may specialize in civil, criminal, juvenile, or family law matters. Four-year term.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONS
Accountability
What will you do to promote the just, prompt, and affordable resolution of cases that come before your court?
Issues
What do you consider the most pressing issues facing family court today, and what is your role as a family court judge in addressing them?
