Cleophus Marshall | 2026 candidate for Bexar County Court at Law No. 8

Cleophus "Cleo" Marshall, III graduated from Texas Tech University and earned his law degree from North Carolina Central University. He is a husband and a father of three.


 Cleo has served as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, and civil litigator.

Cleophus "Cleo" Marshall III's campaign for Bexar County Court-at-Law Judge No. 8 is his first time running for public office.

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Cleo's campaign for Bexar County Court-at-Law Judge No. 8 is his first time running for public office.

Has nearly three decades of courtroom practice in both state and federal courts.

- Has nearly three decades of courtroom practice in both state and federal courts.

Legal Experience

Believes the justice system must balance "accountability with fairness and long-term public safety."

Thinks justice is not served by ignoring opportunities for rehabilitation "when appropriate."

Wants courts to distinguish between those who "pose a genuine threat to public safety" and those whose conduct is driven by underlying issues such as substance abuse, mental health challenges, or instability.

- Believes the justice system must balance "accountability with fairness and long-term public safety."
- Thinks justice is not served by ignoring opportunities for rehabilitation "when appropriate."
- Wants courts to distinguish between those who "pose a genuine threat to public safety" and those whose conduct is driven by underlying issues such as substance abuse, mental health challenges, or instability.

Judicial Philosophy

Motivated to explore expanding County Court at Law No. 8 to include specialized court initiatives for distinct populations whose offenses may be closely tied to unique life circumstances.

- Motivated to explore expanding County Court at Law No. 8 to include specialized court initiatives for distinct populations whose offenses may be closely tied to unique life circumstances.

Judicial Administration

As of January 22, 2026, Cleophus "Cleo" Marshall, III did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Community Involvement

Cleophus "Cleo" Marshall, III

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