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Frank Fraley got a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology from the University of South Florida and received a law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law.

Frank is an attorney and a former judge of the Texas 240th District Court. He served as a judge from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2022. 

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Frank previously served as a judge of the Texas 240th District Court from 2019 to 2022. He ran for re-election in 2022 but did not win.

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Frank ran for re-election as a Judge for Texas's 240th District Court in 2022 but did not win.

As a district court judge, Fraley oversaw civil and criminal cases, ruled on pretrial motions, conducted trials in which no jury was used, and issued sentences in certain criminal cases.

As a district court judge, oversaw civil and criminal cases, ruled on pretrial motions, conducted trials in which no jury was used, and issued sentences in certain criminal cases.

- As a district court judge, oversaw civil and criminal cases, ruled on pretrial motions, conducted trials in which no jury was used, and issued sentences in certain criminal cases.

Legal Experience

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Judicial Administration

Claims his mission is to "uphold justice with integrity and fairness while ensuring that every voice in Fort Bend County is heard."

- Claims his mission is to "uphold justice with integrity and fairness while ensuring that every voice in Fort Bend County is heard."

Judicial Philosophy

Values "integrity, community service, and youth mentorship."

- Values "integrity, community service, and youth mentorship."

Ethics & Conduct

Has engaged with organizations like Meals on Wheels and the Sugar Land Rotary Club.

- Has engaged with organizations like Meals on Wheels and the Sugar Land Rotary Club.

Community Involvement

Frank Fraley

- 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.