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2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas Primary Election

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Stephen's campaign for County Criminal Court at Law Judge in Harris County is his first run for public office. 

As an attorney, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal law.

As an Assistant District Attorney, "he handled and tried every type of case—from misdemeanors to capital murders. Since entering private practice, Stephen has represented clients in a broad range of criminal matters in both state and federal courts."

- As an attorney, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal law.
- As an Assistant District Attorney, "he handled and tried every type of case—from misdemeanors to capital murders. Since entering private practice, Stephen has represented clients in a broad range of criminal matters in both state and federal courts."

Legal Experience

Said, "justice delayed is justice denied."

Plans to bring "accountability, efficiency, and integrity back to the courtroom—ensuring that justice is served promptly and fairly."

- Said, "justice delayed is justice denied."
- Plans to bring "accountability, efficiency, and integrity back to the courtroom—ensuring that justice is served promptly and fairly."

Judicial Administration

Believes in fair treatment and decisive action in every case.

- Believes in fair treatment and decisive action in every case.

Judicial Philosophy

As of January 22, 2026, Stephen C. St. Martin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Stephen C. St. Martin

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- Handles cases for Class A misdemeanors–including assault of a family member, property theft between $750 and $2,500, and using force against a law enforcement officer when resisting or evading arrest–and Class B misdemeanors–including criminal mischief and property theft between $100 and $750.
- Serves as an appellate judge for cases from local courts. They work on all cases they receive until they are closed or appealed to a higher court.
- County criminal court-at-law judges are elected in a partisan, county-wide election to a four-year term. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 25 years old, have been a Texas and county resident for at least 24 consecutive months, a practicing lawyer and/or judge in Texas for at least four years, and registered to vote in that county.
- The annual salary for county criminal court-at-law judges ranges from $174,000 to $244,500, depending on years of service and how much they receive as a county supplement.

Handles various misdemeanors and criminal appeals from local courts.

Harris County Criminal Court at Law Judge, Republican Primary

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