I’m the current incumbent presiding judge for County Court 10. For the past three years, I’ve been able to eliminate the backlog of cases, go paperless, create three additional dockets, establish a library of legal forms for self represented litigants to use and achieve on average over 100% clearance rate of cases every month.
I approach my job with a strong work ethic focused on respect, impartiality and humility. I make sure everyone has their day in court and due process is upheld.
The specialty courts that are most successful are the ones that focus on restorative justice and reducing recidivism. However, since County Court 10 is part of the civil division, I do not deal with criminal cases or criminal defendants.
Therefore, I created a Dismissal Docket that focuses on dismissing older, stale debt cases for lack of prosecution. The debt cases that are on my dismissal docket are usually credit card debt, medical debt and sometimes student loan debt.
Yes. The top two cases I see are either debt collection cases or eviction cases. These issues affect all economic classes equally.
I make sure the landlord strictly complies with the Texas Property Code before granting judgment. I also encourage both sides to try to come to an agreement before proceeding to trial in order to avoid a judgment on someone’s record.
Also, I’ve been forgiving and dismissing older debt collection cases for lack of prosecution for the past two and a half years.
Yes, of course. I have conducted marriage ceremonies for same sex couples in the past and will continue to do so in the future. I have no problem marrying people who want to get married and start a family.
Conducting marriage ceremonies is part of my job duties. I simply go to work everyday, uphold the law and do my job.
Again, since County Court 10 is part of the civil division, I’m not directly involved in the Bexar Gives Back program; however, I fully support any program that focuses on restorative justice, reducing recidivism, keeping families together while saving the taxpayers money.
I served our community as a caseworker, 911 operator, and two decades as an attorney/family, criminal, civil, and immigration law, often representing people in crisis. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence, children in CPS cases, immigrants, and families facing poverty. My qualifications are also personal: I am a survivor of domestic violence and homelessness. I understand the real-world impact of judicial decisions and know justice must be firm fair and compassionate.
Specialty courts have proven successful because they address underlying issues while promoting accountability and public safety. Courts focused on treatment, rehabilitation, and stability reduce recidivism and strengthen communities. I would support expanding specialty courts and creating additional programs that serve individuals experiencing homelessness, ensuring that court involvement becomes an opportunity for stability and support rather than a revolving door.
No. While the law applies equally, access to the court system does not. Individuals with financial resources often have greater access to legal representation, time, and information. Others face barriers such as work conflicts, transportation issues, language barriers, or lack of counsel. Fairness requires acknowledging these disparities while applying the law impartially and ensuring proceedings are understandable, respectful, and accessible so that justice is not determined by income.
Yes. Same-sex marriage is the law, and the law must be applied equally. All couples regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity are entitled to the same rights, dignity, and respect under the law. Equal justice means equal treatment, without exception.
With appropriate safety protocols, programs like Bexar Gives Back are effective and fiscally responsible. They hold individuals accountable while reducing incarceration costs, supporting rehabilitation, and benefiting the community. When used appropriately, these programs promote public safety and responsible use of taxpayer resources.
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