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Marissa Giovenco
DEMOCRAT
Marissa Giovenco is running for Texas District Judge, District 226, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Marissa Giovenco has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of North Texas in Denton and a law degree from South Texas College of Law - Houston.
Professional background
Marissa is an attorney with her own law practice focused on criminal defense and family law. She previously worked as an assistant county attorney, assistant criminal district attorney, and as a legal assistant.
Political background
Marissa's campaign for district judge in District 226 is her first run for public office.
Legal Experience
As an attorney at The Law Office of Marissa L. Giovenco, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family law, divorce, child custody, and child support.
As a criminal defense attorney, ensured defendants’ rights were not violated by the government over the course of an investigation or trial, gathered evidence and interviewed witnesses, provided advice and counsel on sentencing standards and possible plea deals, and represented defendants during pre-trial hearings, the trial, and any post-trial sentencing hearings.
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Judicial Administration
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Judicial Philosophy
Believes that justice is not one size fits all and that there must be a balance between accountability and rehabilitation.
Believes accountability can include "meaningful" restitution, compliance with court-ordered conditions, and participation in programs that address root causes of behavior.
Believes that the court has a responsibility to "look at the individual [and] determine what outcome best serves public safety and long-term justice."
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Ethics & Conduct
As of January 22, 2026, Marissa Giovenco’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Community Involvement
Co-organized a 5k run to benefit the families of the Uvalade victims.
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