Idris Akinpelu is from Dallas, Texas. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 

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Idris Akinpelu is from Dallas. He earned a bachelor's degree in hotel administration from Cornell University and a law degree from the University of Texas at Austin.

Idris is an assistant criminal district attorney in Dallas County. He previously interned at the Dallas County District Attorney's Office and worked in the 265th Judicial District Court for two years.

Idris currently works as a criminal defense attorney at his own law firm. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office and the Dallas County District Attorney's Office.

Idris is currently an attorney at Idris Law, PLLC. He was licensed to practice law in Texas in 2013.

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Idris' campaign for district judge for Judicial District 363 is his first run for public office.

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Served as a court clerk for the 265th Judicial District Court for 2 years.

Worked as an assistant district attorney for 12 years, prosecuting civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervises legal and clerical staff, and conducts interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

- Worked as an assistant district attorney for 12 years, prosecuting civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervises legal and clerical staff, and conducts interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

Legal Experience

Plans to "streamline court processes, enhance transparency, and foster open communication," to enhance efficiency.

- Plans to "streamline court processes, enhance transparency, and foster open communication," to enhance efficiency.

Judicial Administration

Plans to "ensur[e] every individual who enters the courtroom is treated with respect, impartiality, and dignity—regardless of background or circumstance."

- Plans to "ensur[e] every individual who enters the courtroom is treated with respect, impartiality, and dignity—regardless of background or circumstance."

Judicial Philosophy

As of January 22, 2026, Idris Akinpelu’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Supports "outreach programs that educate the public about the legal system and encourage constructive engagement with the courts, especially among underserved populations."

- Supports "outreach programs that educate the public about the legal system and encourage constructive engagement with the courts, especially among underserved populations."

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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.