Luis Garza is running for
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6, Place 2
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Luis Garza applies 32 years of expertise as a justice court clerk, demonstrating experience with statutes, procedures, and ethical guidelines in Texas Justice courts. “ As a resident of Precinct 6 , I acknowledge my community's needs. My goal is to optimize court operations, increase public accessibility, and build lasting connections with the community—by providing services that enhance trust, dignity, and respect.”
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Luis Garza tiene 32 años de experiencia como secretario en la Corte de Justicia de Paz, demostrando conocimientos en leyes, procedimientos y ética de la Corte de Justicia de Texas. “Como residente del Precinto 6, conozco las necesidades de mi comunidad. Mi objetivo es mejorar la accesibilidad pública, brindando un mejor servicio a la comunidad con dignidad y respeto.”
ON THE ISSUES
Eviction programs
Rent relief & Writ of Re-Entry. One of the jurisdictions of a J.P is to hear evictions and landlord / Tenant disputes. The state of Texas has programs in which tenants can gain rent relief to avoid an eviction. Luis vows to uphold the law and mediate without prejudice.
Education
Make the schools more accountable for student’s attendance and juvenile disciplinary action thus reducing the number of students that become victims of school to prison pipeline.As a Justice of the Peace, I plan to collaborate with the education department and county agencies to serve at-risk youth. We need to inspire and produce an approachable path to success for the kids by keeping them engaged.
Public Nuisances
The community suffers from several nuisances ranging anywhere from abandoned vehicles, dangerous animals, to noise complaints. A JP has the ability to tend to these needs by utilizing county resources.
Towed Vehicles
If your vehicle was illegally towed, you’re entitled to a hearing to determine whether your vehicle was towed legally. If it wasn’t, you would be reimbursed all of your expenses and costs at the end of the hearing.
Small Business Relief
Small claims can be made when there’s a dispute between 2 parties over money or property. The court can provide relief in some of the disputes through small claims court up to $20,000.
Occupational Driver’s License (ODL)
Drivers have different situations that led to losing their licences, but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t be able to get to work. By granting you an ODL, the court can get back on track to obtain your regular license.
Property Retrieval
Domestic issues sometimes occur and property can be left by accident and tensions may arise out of it. As a JP, a writ of retrieval can be made to give ease of mind in retrieving your property.
Credit Card Debt Claims
Several residents are subject to predatory credit card & personal loan companies. Predatory high interest rates arise from these claims that violate your personal rights. As JP, Luis promises to be a fair judge to rule within the law.
The Justice of the Peace is mainly responsible for these things:
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Class C Traffic Tickets
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Small Claims up to $20,000
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Truancy
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Bad Check Disputes
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Public Nuisances
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Writs
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Evictions