VOTE411 Voter Guide

I promote the just, prompt, and affordable resolution of cases through active docket management, and fair application of the law. I encourage early discovery and meaningful pretrial conferences. I ensure that constitutional rights are protected while holding parties accountable to deadlines and court orders. When appropriate I support the use of mental health resources and other lawful alternatives that improve outcomes and reduce recidivism. By treating every participant with dignity, maintaining impartiality, and managing cases efficiently, my priority is to strengthen public confidence in the judiciary and ensure that justice is administered fairly, consistently and without unnecessary delay.

Under the Texas Constitution, bail is a right intended to secure appearance, not a tool for pre-trial punishment. In balancing this requirement with public safety, I evaluate every case individually using individualized risk assessments and criminal history.

For first-time offenders, reasonable bail and standard conditions ensure court attendance without imposing excessive financial burdens. For repeat or violent offenders, public safety concerns escalate. In these cases, I impose higher bond amounts and strict release conditions such as GPS tracking, drug testing curfews or utilize constitutional provisions to deny bail where legally required. My priority is a fair process that protects community safety.

My nearly 20 years as a prosecutor have given me extensive experience managing criminal cases and an understanding of the delays that can prevent fair and timely resolutions. As judge, I will actively manage the court’s docket, set clear expectations for attorneys, address unnecessary delays, and ensure cases continue moving toward a resolution. Efficiency, however, should never come at the expense of justice or due process. I will promote an organized, consistent, and accountable courtroom that resolves cases promptly and efficiently, while respecting the rights of defendants, victims, and the community.

I will consider the nature of the alleged offense, the defendant’s criminal history, risk of flight, and any demonstrated threat to victims or the community. For first-time offenders if they present little public-safety risk, I will consider appropriate non financial conditions of release. Repeat offenders and those who present a demonstrated safety risk will require greater scrutiny and appropriate conditions. My decisions will be fair, individualized, and consistent with the law, while protecting both constitutional rights and public safety.