Justice, Supreme Court, Place 8
Six-year term. The Texas Supreme Court is the court of last resort for civil matters in Texas. This Court includes a Chief Justice and eight justices, each of which is elected by voters of the entire state. This court issues final decisions on civil and juvenile appeals; issues certain orders to governmental officials to act and individuals to appear before the court; and has jurisdiction over orders or judgments of trial courts if the Supreme Court determines them important to the Texas legal system. Current annual salary range: $210,000–$264,600
CANDIDATES:
- Brett Busby(Republican)
- Gisela D. Triana(Democrat)
CANDIDATE QUESTIONS
Qualifications
What training, experience, and characteristics qualify you for this position?
Ethics
How will you ensure your rulings remain impartial and free from both political pressure and the interests of your campaign donors?
Equity
What barriers prevent Texans from accessing the court system, and what can courts do to reduce those barriers?
Issues
What do you see as the most pressing challenge facing the courts today, and how would you propose addressing it?
Philosophy
What qualities are most critical for a judge to possess for fair administration of justice?
