Robert Johnson received a bachelor's degree in business and commerce from the University of Houston and a law degree from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. He is married.

Robert is an attorney. He works at his own law practice, where he has focused on criminal defense. He previously served as a judge of the Texas 177th District Court until December 31, 2024.

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Robert is a solo practicioner focused on criminal defense.

He previously served as a judge of the Texas 177th District Court for eight years, losing his re-election bid in 2024. He also lost a 2022 election for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 6.

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As a criminal defense attorney, founded a law practice and has experience in criminal defense.

Oversaw the entire pre-trial, trial and post-trial process for felonies cases as a judge.

Claims to have a "proven track record of managing complex criminal cases and making well-reasoned decisions."

Has over 20 years of experience in the area of criminal law with a criminal defense practice prior to becoming a judge.

- Oversaw the entire pre-trial, trial and post-trial process for felonies cases as a judge.
- Claims to have a "proven track record of managing complex criminal cases and making well-reasoned decisions."
- Has over 20 years of experience in the area of criminal law with a criminal defense practice prior to becoming a judge.

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Committed to "making rulings based on the law and to always remain fair/impartial."

- Committed to "making rulings based on the law and to always remain fair/impartial."

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Robert Johnson

Has over 20 years of experience in the area of criminal law with a criminal defense practice prior prior to becoming a judge.

- Oversaw the entire pre-trial, trial and post-trial process for felonies cases as a judge.
- Claims to have a "proven track record of managing complex criminal cases and making well-reasoned decisions."
- Has over 20 years of experience in the area of criminal law with a criminal defense practice prior prior to becoming a judge.

- District judges manage Texas district courts, which are trial courts with general jurisdiction, and have exclusive authority over felony cases. A judge may be presiding over a civil, criminal, juvenile, or special court. They also share jurisdiction with Texas county courts.
- Texas has over 470 district courts, each presided over by a single judge. Some courts cover multiple counties, while others are assigned to single counties based on population size.
- District judges are elected through partisan elections for four-year terms. Candidates must be between 25 and 75 years old, have lived in the district for at least 2 years, and be licensed lawyers with at least 4 years' experience.
- The annual salary for district judges ranges from $175,000 to $245,500, depending on years of service.