ANITA DELEON

Democratic Incumbent

On ballot as: ANITA DELEON
Current role: Caldwell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3
Background: B.S. in criminal justice, Southwest Texas State University (1985) (per February 2026 Post-Register questionnaire)
More than 30 years of experience in the mental health and criminal justice fields (per the same questionnaire)
Experience: Justice of the peace docket: criminal misdemeanors, civil cases, evictions and inquests (per questionnaire)
Top priorities: "I am running for re-election to continue to build on the work already being done."
"I focus on managing cases efficiently and maintaining a courtroom environment that is fair, respectful, and understandable to the public."
Wants to "reduce delays, improve access to justice, and maintain public confidence in the judicial system"
Tidbits: Judicial philosophy: In a February 2026 newspaper questionnaire, she said she ensures "all proceedings are conducted lawfully, professionally, and with respect for all parties."
Court administration: In a February 2026 newspaper questionnaire, she said she would work to "reduce delays, improve access to justice, and maintain public confidence in the judicial system".
Endorsements: None found in our research
Campaign website: Not found

Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3