Fred Howey graduated from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and hiking.

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Fred Howey graduated from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law.

Fred is a lawyer in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing law since 1990. He previously served as an officer in the US Army Reserves and deployed to Iraq. 

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Fred is a lawyer in Houston, Texas. He previously served as an officer in the US Army Reserves. 

Fred Howey's campaign for judge of the Texas 297th District Court is his first time running for public office.

As a family law attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializes in divorce and child custody cases, recognized for compassionate advocacy.

- As a family law attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializes in divorce and child custody cases, recognized for compassionate advocacy.

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- 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.