With Judge Yeoman's retirement, it is imperative that his position is filled with an experienced attorney who has a solid grasp of civil procedure, evidence, the laws of contracts, and other legal matters that will come before the court. A deep respect for the Constitution, the citizens of Precinct 5, and the stewardship of their tax dollars are paramount to success as a Justice of the Peace.
The court faces many important issues and needs a conservative, independent jurist in charge to deliver the fair and speedy justice to which you are entitled.
Efficiency in Government
Precinct 5, Place 2 is the busiest court in Texas. With approximately 10,000 new cases filed monthly. The demand for its services are huge and growing, placing enormous strains on the systems ability to speedily handle all the cases before it. Citizens often face standing room only, parking nightmares, and long lines throughout the working day.
Seeking Justice should not be such a chore.
As your Justice of the Peace, I will work to insure you are given the speedy hearing and the efficient justice you're entitled to. I will work to improve infrastructure and overcrowding as economically as possible; encourage the use of night court, and more efficiently manage the court so you have the access to justice that is your constitutional right.
Our Children
Education for our children is vital to their future and I'm committed to making sure our kids stay in school and graduate. As a Justice of the Peace, I will have to address many truancy, school disruption and underage possession of alcohol or tobacco cases. I will take a tough stand, enforcing the law and getting those wayward youths back behind their desk and learning to be productive and law abiding citizens.
Landlord and Tenant Disputes
The Justice of the Peace courts have exclusive jurisdiction over eviction cases. A landlords ability to recover possession of an apartment from a non-paying tenant, and a tenant's right to his home are paramount to the landlords bottom line, and the tenant's ability to have a place to sleep. I will strictly follow the law in these matters, ensuring that the rights of each party are considered and justice is done.
Qualified and Experienced
The Justice of the Peace hears hundreds of civil trial matters each month, and is expected to make a decision on the spot and in accordance with the existing law. I am a law school graduate with 28 years of experience as a legal problem solver practicing before the civil courts of Harris County - my non-attorney opponent lacks that education and experienced.
I can provide the Litigants the predicability they want in court, and render fair impartial legal decisions made pursuant to the law and not my personal "feelings". If you want to elect the candidate with the most legal education and experience to rule on your day in court, then a vote for Jeff Williams will serve you well.
