Re-elect Judge Chris Johnson - Hays County Court at Law #2

Friends,

Duty. Honor. Justice. That’s more than a campaign slogan, it’s my commitment to the people of Hays County and to those who come before the County Court-at-Law No. 2. Since I first took the oath of office in 2018, I have done my duty and honored the traditions of our Court through storm and pandemic, always faithfully ensuring that justice is done, to the best of my ability. It has not always been easy, but it has been fulfilling. Whether I’m on the bench weighing the consequences of courtroom decisions, presiding over the Hays County Juvenile Court, up late at night to review warrants, I am thankful to the voters of Hays County for the trust they have placed in me.

I am especially grateful for the opportunity to serve as judge of the Hays County Veterans Treatment Court. As a child growing up in an Air Force family, it is a privilege to be part of the healing journeys of these courageous men and women. While these Active Duty and former military personnel are charged in our courts with criminal offenses, due to privacy and expunction concerns for successful graduates, I don’t often get the opportunity to sing their praises. I am especially proud of the team that has assembled under my leadership to achieve a 98% success rate.

During my first two terms I have developed as a leader on the bench. My duties have included Administrative Judge for the Hays County Courts at Law. This was a managerial position overseeing the operations of the County Courts at Law and ensuring that the judges and staff were focused on achieving our mission. Also during this time we have witnessed significant changes to the volume and nature of the juvenile docket. This docket has become a felony docket consisting chiefly of the most serious and violent offenses; murder, aggravated assault, aggravated robbery and Fentanyl related deaths. Working in coordination with other judges and elected officials, the Juvenile Probation Department, the Juvenile Detention Center, law enforcement and parents we have developed a more efficient and responsive Juvenile Justice System. The County Courts at Law have also reorganized to maximize public access to the justice system. As part of that reorganization, County Court at Law #2 now focuses almost exclusively on criminal matters - misdemeanors, juvenile and Veterans Court are all criminal matters.

I humbly request your support as I seek a third term in office and further opportunity to serve the public in the courthouse that serves our County. Thank you for your support and encouragement.

Sincerely,

Hon. Chris Johnson
Judge Chris Johnson
Hays County Court-at-Law No. 2