For nine years, I have served as a civil rights lawyer focused on dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline. I am guided by principles of empathy, dignity, and a zeal to remediate past wrongs.
Justices of the Peace are not called upon to directly respond to natural disasters, but I intend to be in regular and consistent communication with members of the Travis County Commissioners Court if I'm elected. That engagement will extend to my colleagues serving in public positions in other jurisdictions across Texas.
Bail is often used as a tool to racially discriminate and disregard the socioeconomic status of someone appearing before a court. I will keep this history in mind when administering bail and bond conditions.
I will work with veteran staff members and new employees to set up an efficient office. The primary goals of my team will be digitization, robust data collection, and the thorough, swift disposition of cases that appear before my court. I will be guided by humility and a heart for public service to learn what I don't know -- and improve where I can.
I plan to work with legal clinics in central Texas and bar associations to increase access to counsel in the Precinct One Justice Court. In representing clients and observing proceedings in Justice Courts across the state, I often witness how Black and Brown pro se litigants face significant property deprivations. The right to counsel is incredibly important to me, and it will be a priority.
I will invite legal aid organizations, like Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, into my court to share helpful information with litigants in eviction proceedings. I also intend to keep my court open to the public and advertise that fact, with the hope of connecting litigants with other beneficial resources in a very stressful process.
I have 16 years of legal experience in criminal, civil, and administrative law. I have lived experience growing up in poverty, on government assistance, and family incarcerated.
To ensure Travis County is better prepared for natural disasters such as flooding, extreme heat, and winter storms, the Commissioners Court must take a proactive, coordinated, and people-centered approach to disaster management. Central Texas faces increasing climate volatility, and preparedness must be treated as a core responsibility.
I would administer bail and bond fairly by prioritizing public safety while avoiding wealth-based detention. Decisions should be individualized, transparent, and guided by risk—not income. I support affordable bonds, non-monetary conditions when appropriate, and regular reviews.
I would balance the responsibilities of a justice of the peace by staying organized, setting clear priorities, and focusing on fairness, efficiency, and service. By managing my docket responsibly, working closely with court staff, and listening to the community, I can ensure cases are handled promptly while maintaining respect, accountability, and access to justice for all.
I would ensure equal access to justice by treating every person with dignity and fairness, regardless of income, race, or background. I support clear communication, language access, and flexible options like payment plans and alternatives to fines so no one is denied justice because of barriers beyond their control.
I would ensure landlords and tenants understand their rights by using plain-language notices, clear court instructions, and partnerships with legal aid and housing groups. My court would connect tenants to rental assistance, mediation, and community resources, while ensuring landlords receive timely, accurate guidance on the law.
