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Alison Fox earned a bachelor's degree in political science and business from the University of Texas at Austin and a law degree from St. Mary's University. She lives with her husband, Grady, and has five children.

Alison currently works as a research attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. She previously worked as the director of the conviction integrity unit at the Bexar County District Attorney's Office, a central staff attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, a solo practitioner at her law firm, and as an assistant attorney in the Bexar County District Attorney's Office.

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Alison's campaign for Court of Criminal Appeals judge is her first run for public office.

As an assistant district attorney for Bexar County for three years, assisted in prosecuting those accused of misdemeanors and served as legal advisor on cases related to serious crimes such as murder, assault, and aggravated robbery.  

As an attorney in private practice for four years, represented Texas in felony appeals cases and served as a legal advisor on matters related to parental termination appeals, estate planning, and loans.

As a research attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals for five years, did legal research, wrote opinions, and assisted judges in making decisions.

- As an assistant district attorney for Bexar County for three years, assisted in prosecuting those accused of misdemeanors and served as legal advisor on cases related to serious crimes such as murder, assault, and aggravated robbery.  
- As an attorney in private practice for four years, represented Texas in felony appeals cases and served as a legal advisor on matters related to parental termination appeals, estate planning, and loans.
- As a research attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals for five years, did legal research, wrote opinions, and assisted judges in making decisions.

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

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For Candidate Alison Fox on Issue judicial-philosophy: Believes in a conservative judicial philosophy rooted in the Constitution, respect for the rule of law, and judicial restraint, emphasizing that judges should apply the law as written and intended by the people and their elected representatives.

Believes in a judicial philosophy rooted in the Constitution, respect for the rule of law, and judicial restraint, emphasizing that judges should apply the law as written and intended by the people and their elected representatives.

For Candidate Alison Fox on Issue judicial-philosophy: Believes in upholding the rights of both victims and defendants, interpreting statutes according to their plain meaning, and respecting jury and trial court decisions, while rejecting judicial activism and not expanding rights beyond those established in the Constitution or statute.

Believes in upholding the rights of both victims and defendants, interpreting statutes according to their plain meaning, and respecting jury and trial court decisions, while rejecting judicial activism and not expanding rights beyond those established in the Constitution or statute.

- Believes in a judicial philosophy rooted in the Constitution, respect for the rule of law, and judicial restraint, emphasizing that judges should apply the law as written and intended by the people and their elected representatives.
- Believes in upholding the rights of both victims and defendants, interpreting statutes according to their plain meaning, and respecting jury and trial court decisions, while rejecting judicial activism and not expanding rights beyond those established in the Constitution or statute.

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Alison is a Sunday school teacher, Confirmation sponsor, member of Catholic Daughters of America, and assistant mentor for Junior Catholic Daughters of America and Project Rachel.

- Alison is a Sunday school teacher, Confirmation sponsor, member of Catholic Daughters of America, and assistant mentor for Junior Catholic Daughters of America and Project Rachel.

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- Alison has worked as an attorney for 20 years, saying "I’ve served Texas as a Prosecutor, solo practitioner, and State employee at the highest criminal court, working on some of the State’s most serious and complex criminal cases. Throughout my legal career, I’ve earned a reputation for fairness, integrity, and a deep respect for the law."

- Alison is a "Sunday school teacher, Confirmation sponsor, member of Catholic Daughters of America, assistant mentor for Junior Catholic Daughters of America, and Project Rachel, a healing ministry for those who suffer because of an abortion experience."

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Brent Coffee is from Pampa, Texas. He has a bachelor's degree from Lubbock Christian University, a master's degree from Franciscan University, and a law degree from Ave Maria School of Law.

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Brent Coffee is from Pampa, Texas. He earned a bachelor's degree from Lubbock Christian University, a master's degree from Franciscan University, and a law degree from Ave Maria School of Law. Brent is a member of the Federalist Society, Association of Prosecuting Attorneys, and the criminal law sections of the American Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas. He lives in Round Rock.

Brent is an assistant attorney general for the State of Texas. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for Bexar County and in private practice. He also interned in the office of the U.S. House of Representatives for Republican Majority Leader Tom DeLay.

Brent is an assistant attorney general for the State of Texas. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for the Bexar County District Attorney's Office and an intern for U.S. Representative and Republican Majority Leader Tom DeLay.

Brent Coffee is currently an assistant attorney general for the state of Texas. He previously served as an assistant district attorney in Bexar County.

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Brent's campaign for Place 3 of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is his first run for public office.

As an assistant district attorney, prosecuted a wide range of criminal cases, handling thousands of cases over a three-and-a-half-year period.

As an assistant district attorney for the Bexar County District Attorney's Office for three years, prosecuted thousands of civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

As an Assistant Attorney General of Texas, worked in the Election Integrity Division to prosecute election and voter fraud, managing a notable voter fraud case resulting in a guilty plea to multiple felony counts.

As an assistant attorney general of Texas in the Election Integrity Division, prosecutes civil and criminal cases focused on election and voter fraud under both state and federal law, advises state and federal government officials and agencies on legal matters, conducts legal research and document drafting, and may mentor or supervise legal staff. 

- As an assistant district attorney for the Bexar County District Attorney's Office for three years, prosecuted thousands of civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.
- As an assistant attorney general of Texas in the Election Integrity Division, prosecutes civil and criminal cases focused on election and voter fraud under both state and federal law, advises state and federal government officials and agencies on legal matters, conducts legal research and document drafting, and may mentor or supervise legal staff. 

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

Said that Robert Bork and Antonin Scalia helped shape his "legal life, his approach to respect for the rule of law, our legal system and the role they play in our constitutional republic."

Considers himself a firm advocate for the Second Amendment for all Americans, and is a member of the National Rifle Association, Texas State Rifle Association, and the Gun Owners of America.

- Said that Robert Bork and Antonin Scalia helped shape his "legal life, his approach to respect for the rule of law, our legal system and the role they play in our constitutional republic."
- Considers himself a firm advocate for the Second Amendment for all Americans, and is a member of the National Rifle Association, Texas State Rifle Association, and the Gun Owners of America.

Is a member of Ducks Unlimited and the Coast Conservation Association of Texas, two conservation-focused organizations.

- Is a member of Ducks Unlimited and the Coast Conservation Association of Texas, two conservation-focused organizations.

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Lesli attended The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. She has a bachelor’s degree in sociology from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. She has a master’s degree in sociology from Baylor University. She also has a Juris Doctor degree from South Texas College of Law. She lives with her husband, Jimmy Fitzpatrick, and their adult child in Austin, Texas.

Lesli is a native Texan. She earned her bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, a master's degree in sociology from Baylor University, and a law degree from the South Texas College of Law. She has served as the Vice President of the Texas Association of Specialty Courts.

Lesli is the Director of Special Litigation at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Office of General Counsel. She previously worked as a criminal prosecutor handling dozens of jury trials, as a staff attorney coordinating civil litigation for the Texas General Land Office, as a staff attorney for the Texas Senate, and as the owner and operator of the Law Office of Lesli R. Fitzpatrick for over a decade, where she represented hundreds of clients charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes in Williamson, Travis, Hays, and Bell Counties.

Lesli currently works as the Director of Special Litigation for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Office of General Counsel. She previously worked as a criminal prosecutor, a staff attorney for the Texas General Land Office, a staff attorney for the Texas Senate, and a solo practitioner at the Law Office of Lesli R. Fitzpatrick.

Lesli Fitzpatrick's campaign for Place 3 judge of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is her first entry into politics.

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As an attorney with extensive criminal law experience, gained invaluable legal knowledge of the Texas prison system during her tenure with TDCJ, which will benefit her as a candidate for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Judge.

As a Director of Special Litigation for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, provides legal counsel and representation to the state agency in complex civil litigation and matters concerning the Texas prison system.als Judge.

As a solo practitioner, predominantly practiced criminal law in Williamson, Travis, Hays, and Bell Counties, representing hundreds of clients charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes.

As a criminal prosecutor, oversaw criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, and prepared cases for jury trial.

- As a Director of Special Litigation for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, provides legal counsel and representation to the state agency in complex civil litigation and matters concerning the Texas prison system.als Judge.
- As a solo practitioner, predominantly practiced criminal law in Williamson, Travis, Hays, and Bell Counties, representing hundreds of clients charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes.
- As a criminal prosecutor, oversaw criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, and prepared cases for jury trial.

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

Rejects judicial activism, believes courts should uphold the rights of victims and defendants, interpret statutes according to their plain meaning, and respect lawful jury decisions unless clear legal error demands correction.

- Rejects judicial activism, believes courts should uphold the rights of victims and defendants, interpret statutes according to their plain meaning, and respect lawful jury decisions unless clear legal error demands correction.

Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health: Serving as an active member of the Collaborative Council since 2018.

Texas Association of Specialty Courts (TASC): Served as former Vice-President and Director (2018–2021).

- Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health: Serving as an active member of the Collaborative Council since 2018.
- Texas Association of Specialty Courts (TASC): Served as former Vice-President and Director (2018–2021).

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Graduated with honors in Sociology and earned a Juris Doctorate degree from South Texas College of Law.

Thomas Smith is from southern Ohio. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of Akron, a law degree from The Ohio State University, and a master's degree in public affairs from the University of Texas. He and his wife, Audrey, have two children and live in the Dallas area.

Thomas Smith is from southern Ohio. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of Akron, a law degree from The Ohio State University, and a master's degree in public affairs from the University of Texas. He and his wife, Audrey, have two children and live in the Dallas area and attend Highland Park United Methodist Church.

Thomas is an attorney. He has served in the Texas Attorney General's office since 2015, including as a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice. Before joining the Attorney General's office, he worked at the law firm Jones Day. He also served as a lawyer on President Donald Trump's Election Integrity Team in Arizona.

Thomas works as a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice in the Texas attorney general's office. He previously worked as an attorney for the law firm of Jones Day and as a law clerk for Thomas J. Moyer, chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court.

Thomas is currently a Special Assistant Attorney General for Criminal Justice in the Texas Attorney General's Office. He has served in this role since 2015. He previously served as counsel to then-Senator Ken Paxton from 2013 to 2015.

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Thomas' campaign for judge of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is his first run for public office.

As a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice, Smith prosecuted violent crimes, supervised criminal justice attorneys, and provided legal counsel and representation to the Texas Attorney General and the Office of the Attorney General in all criminal justice matters.

As a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice, prosecuted violent crimes, supervised criminal justice attorneys, and provided legal counsel and representation to the Texas attorney general's office.

- As a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice, prosecuted violent crimes, supervised criminal justice attorneys, and provided legal counsel and representation to the Texas attorney general's office.

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

Plans to have a "a conservative, limited judicial philosophy [in] cases before the court"

- Opposes "destructive judicial activism."
- Plans to have a "a conservative, limited judicial philosophy [in] cases before the court"

Thomas Smith

Thomas works as a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice in the Texas Attorney General's Office. He previously worked as an attorney for the law firm of Jones Day and as a law clerk for Thomas J. Moyer, chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court.

- As a special assistant attorney general for criminal justice, Smith prosecuted violent crimes, supervised criminal justice attorneys, and provided legal counsel and representation to the Texas Attorney General's office.

- Voters of the entire state elect judges to the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals. He or she serves in that capacity for a full six-year term. There are no term limits, but judges must retire at 75 years or older.
- The court has the power to overturn a criminal conviction and is the final authority on criminal matters in the state of Texas.
- The Criminal Court of Appeals can choose whether or not to review most criminal cases. However, the court is required to review cases involving the death penalty or bail denials.
- Court of Criminal Appeals judges earn a salary of $210,000 to $264,600, depending on how long they have served.

One of nine judges who serves on the highest appeals court for criminal matters in Texas. 

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