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Businesses & individuals depend on JP1

Why This Matters

Every day in El Paso, we make promises to one another. We agree to fix a roof, pay a bill, sell an item in good condition. When those promises are broken, JP courts provide accessible, affordable justice for disputes up to $20,000. We also handle fine-only criminal matters, housing disputes, and truancy cases. Importantly, this isn't just about small claims or misdemeanors—it's about maintaining trust in our community and ensuring accountability where it is due, with compassion wherever possible.

What JP Courts Handle

Small Claims: Debt disputes, contract breaches, property damage up to $20,000

Evictions: Landlord-tenant disputes

Repair and Remedy: Tenant rights cases for landlord failure to maintain property

Class C Misdemeanors: Traffic violations, minor criminal cases punishable by fine only

Truancy: Cases involving chronic student absence from school

My Commitment

I will run a court that is accessible, effective, and fair for everyone who walks through the door—whether you're a small business owner, a tenant facing eviction, or someone contesting a citation. I'll work to make sure court materials are available in English and Spanish, that procedures are transparent, and that people understand their rights and obligations.

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